HR Advisor - Leeds

Fortrea; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Bonus structure

Flexible working arrangements

Job summary

Fortrea in Leeds is seeking a proactive HR Advisor to deliver a comprehensive HR service for UK-based employees. You will support absence management, policy creation, and ER case handling, with a strong emphasis on collaboration with the Senior Employee Relations Manager and HR Business Partners.

This is a hybrid role with 3 days on site in Leeds and 2 days from home. We require at least 3 years in HR/ER, and CIPD is desirable or equivalent experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years HR/ER experience.
• CIPD qualification is desirable or working towards; equivalent experience considered.

Responsibilities

• Absence management and employee relations support.
• Policy writing and HR process documentation.
• Introduce AI tools and methods to HR workflow.
• Run training sessions for staff and managers.
• Collaborate with senior leadership and HRBP across the UK.
• Manage ER cases with empathy and compliance.

Skills

HR experience

Employee relations

Policy writing

Absence management

Training delivery

Stakeholder management

Education

CIPD (desirable) or equivalent

Job description

Fortrea is looking for an HR Advisor to join our Leeds team

Full time, permanent, hybrid working

The HR Advisor is an amazing opportunity to step into the clinical industry in a hands-on role where you will be at the heart of the operational excellence of Fortrea, a global Contract Research Organization delivering groundbreaking solutions to advance therapies and drugs.

As an HR Advisor you will play a crucial role in delivering a comprehensive Human Resources service for all employees in the UK. You will be based in Leeds, reporting into the Senior Employee Relations Manager and supporting the HRBP, who are both mostly remote. You will provide sound, sensible HR advice and operational support for employees, line managers and the Senior team on site as well as business units across the UK, ensuring consistency and compliance in HR practices.

This is a brand-new role so you will be able to add value and bring ideas with you! We're looking for someone is a 'people person' with strong communication and organisational skills. You should be confident to work on your own, have a positive attitude and able to multitask. A typical day may include absence management, policy writing, introducing AI, running training sessions, working with the senior team or managing ER cases.

This role will suit someone with at least 3 years HR / ER experience and looking for a further challenge. We'd love you to have your CIPD but working towards or equivalent experience will be considered. This is minimum 3 days on site in Leeds with 2 days from home. You don't need a background in the CRO industry but a willingness to learn is essential.

We are open to making this role work for you. Please discuss any flexible working arrangements you'd like us to consider.

What You Can Expect From Us

• Career Growth: Expand your skill set and broaden your expertise in a supportive and environment, with numerous opportunities for career advancement
• Impactful Work: Contribute directly to the development of groundbreaking therapies and treatments, improving the lives of patients worldwide
• Competitive Compensation: We offer a competitive salary package, comprehensive benefits, and a rewarding bonus structure. This role is likely to be around £40k - £45k.
• Continuous improvement and personal development

Fortrea is actively seeking motivated problem-solvers and creative thinkers who share our passion for overcoming barriers in clinical trials. Our unwavering commitment is to revolutionise the development process, ensuring the swift delivery of life-changing ideas and therapies to patients in need. Join our exceptional team and embrace a collaborative workspace where personal growth is nurtured, enabling you to make a meaningful global impact. For more information about Fortrea, visit www.fortrea.com.

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