Human Resources Advisor

This is Alexander Faraday Recruitment; Stockport; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable recruitment firm seeks an experienced HR Advisor to join a manufacturing site in Stockport. This role emphasizes managing employee relations, supporting recruitment processes, and enhancing employee engagement. Ideal candidates will have experience in employee relations, particularly in manufacturing or FMCG environments. Join a people-first culture and make a significant impact on daily operations, ensuring a positive work environment.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in managing employee relations cases, both day-to-day and complex.
• Proven ability to build relationships effectively with unions and colleagues.
• Experience in a manufacturing or FMCG environment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage employee relations cases on site effectively.
• Lead end-to-end recruitment processes.
• Drive employee engagement and wellbeing initiatives.
• Coach and develop line managers in HR practices.
• Support various HR projects and initiatives.
• Partner closely with trade unions and senior management.

Skills

Employee relations management

Building relationships at all levels

HR systems proficiency

MS Office competency

Education

CIPD qualification (or equivalent)

Job description

Are you a confident HR professional with a passion for employee relations and making a real impact on the ground? We’re looking for an experienced HR Advisor to join a well-established manufacturing site. This role is offering variety, autonomy, and the chance to make a difference every day. NB : This is a Monday to Friday, site based role!

What You’ll Be Doing :

• Managing employee relations cases
• Leading end-to-end recruitment on site
• Driving employee engagement and wellbeing initiatives
• Coaching and up-skilling line managers
• Supporting various projects and initiatives
• Partnering closely with trade unions and senior managers

What We’re Looking For :

• Strong experience in end to end employee relations (day to day & complex cases)
• Proven ability to build relationships at all levels, and with unions
• Experience in a manufacturing or FMCG environment or similar
• Comfortable using HR systems and MS Office
• CIPD qualified (or equivalent) – desirable but not essential

Why Apply?

• Play a key role at the heart of a busy site
• Be part of a people-first culture that values passion and continuous improvement

If you’re ready to take on a hands-on HR role where your expertise makes a real difference, we’d love to hear from you.