HR Advisor Manufacturing and Commercial - Maternity Cover

JR United Kingdom; Preston; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

JR United Kingdom is seeking an HR Advisor for maternity cover in Preston. This role focuses on employee relations and recruitment for the manufacturing and commercial sectors. The ideal candidate will have strong HR expertise, CIPD qualifications, and a passion for fostering a positive work environment. The position offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

33 Days Annual Leave (Pro-rated)

Pension contributions matched up to 6%

Professional subscription contribution

Discretionary company bonus scheme

Employee Assistance Program and discount scheme

Qualifications

• Essential HR background and up-to-date employment law knowledge.
• Confident and professional demeanor.
• Evidence of continual professional development.

Responsibilities

• Manage employee relations activities and performance management.
• Oversee onboarding and offboarding processes.
• Lead recruitment and maintain the Recruiter Preferred Supplier List.

Skills

Employee Relations

Coaching

HR Policies

Data Analysis

Education

Level 5 CIPD qualification or equivalent

Job description

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HR Advisor Manufacturing and Commercial - Maternity Cover, preston, lancashire

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Client:

Tensar, a division of CMC

Location:

preston, lancashire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Views:

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Posted:

26.06.2025

Expiry Date:

10.08.2025

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Job Description:

We are thrilled to offer an exciting opportunity for an HR Advisor to join our team on a maternity cover basis for 9-months. If you have a passion for fostering a positive work environment and a strong background in employee relations, this role is perfect for you. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are eager to make a meaningful impact, we would love to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities:

The following responsibilities relate to the HR Advisor's client areas - Manufacturing and Commercial UK and Ireland:

• Responsible for all employee relations activity including, absence management, disciplinary, investigations and covering all elements of the employee lifecycle including performance management and talent development
• Oversee and ensure a quality onboarding and offboarding process is completed for all new joiners and leavers; coach managers on their role in the process and seeking feedback about the candidate experience
• Providing advice and playing a major role in work reviews and change processes
• Identifying development needs and coaching/upskilling/training managers accordingly
• Supporting managers with updating job descriptions ready for job mapping
• Analyse HR metrics and data to inform decision-making and identify trends and areas for improvement
• Being the first point of contact for all HR-related queries
• Support the implementation of HR policies and procedures, ensuring alignment with company values and legal requirements
• Supporting engagement activity including the engagement group at the Manufacturing site as the HR representative
• Leading Union activity and building a robust relationship with Union reps
• HR Projects - To lead and support the HR Team with the delivery of HR and change projects

Recruitment and Onboarding:

• Responsible for maintaining the Recruiter Preferred Supplier List (PSL) for EMEA; effective management of recruitment agencies, building positive partnerships to ensure we get best candidates, in a timely and cost-effective manner.
• The internal recruitment subject matter expert – supporting and coaching and line managers to deliver a positive candidate experience for both successful and unsuccessful applicants; positioning CMC as an employer of choice.
• Continuously review and improve existing recruitment, selection, and onboarding standards.
• Data Protection - To ensure all aspects of the recruitment, People HR and onboarding process comply with the Data Protection Policy and GDPR requirements.

Engagement:

• Coordinating the communication, engagement, and well-being agenda, ensuring the promotion of a healthy, engaged and retained workforce
• Support the coordination, promotion, launch, collation, and analysis of the annual employee engagement survey
• Support and execute the achievement of all planned employee engagement activities
• Ensure all communication tools (social media, noticeboards etc.) are used regularly and kept up to date with relevant employee engagement information
• Carry out benchmark analysis to support the creation of the business’s engagement and communication strategy as directed by the HR Director.

Experience and Qualifications:

• An HR background within this role is essential, with up-to-date employment law knowledge and legislation of HR practices
• Level 5 CIPD qualifications or equivalent
• Excellent working knowledge and awareness of employment relations legislation and regulation relevant to the region(s)
• Excellent working knowledge of confidentiality, data protection and security standards and expectations
• Evidence of continual professional development
• Commercially astute
• Displays a confident and professional manner
• Experience and willingness to train and upskill self and others

Additional Benefits:

• 33 Days Annual Leave (Pro-rated) - inclusive of public holidays
• Pension contributions matched up to 6%
• Professional subscription contribution
• Discretionary company bonus scheme
• Employee Assistance Program and discount scheme available