Interim HR Advisor - Global Manufacturer - Contract until Dec 2025 - Imm Start

Page Personnel; Huddersfield; Hybrid; GBP 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global manufacturer based in Huddersfield seeks an Interim HR Advisor to support HR strategies and initiatives. The ideal candidate has prior HR advisory experience, particularly in manufacturing, and strong knowledge of UK employment law, with an immediate start available. Salary is approximately £45k with a hybrid working model.

Benefits

Salary of c£45k

Immediate start

One day a week from home

Qualifications

• Experience of working as a HR Advisor, preferably within a manufacturing environment.
• Available to start a new role quickly and commit until the end of the year.

Responsibilities

• Work alongside the HRBP & HR Manager to align and execute People Strategies.
• Support line managers in implementing core people processes.
• Liaise with OH regarding long term sickness assessments.

Skills

Strong employee relations experience

Good knowledge of UK employment law

Good problem solving ability

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Interim HR Advisor - Global Manufacturer - Contract until Dec 2025 - Imm Start, Huddersfield

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Page Personnel

Location:

Huddersfield, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

12.08.2025

Expiry Date:

26.09.2025

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Job Description:

• To support the overall HR and people strategy within the business.
• Contract until the end of Dec 2025, based in Huddersfield.

About Our Client

A leading global manufacturer and provider of solutions for industrial applications, based out of Huddersfield.

Job Description

The interim HR Advisor will:

• Work alongside the HRBP & HR Manager to drive the alignment and execution of the People Strategies & Plans in order to develop, keep and enhance the contribution of employees to the short and long-term business needs.
• Support and drive initiatives - ensure the culture and working environment is open, fair and equitable promoting an environment of open communication.
• Support and coach line managers in the implementation of core people processes - e.g., absence management, performance Management, disciplinary, grievance etc.
• Prepare training materials and arrange and deliver training/coaching for Line Managers
• Support the induction and on-boarding programme of new starters
• Manage the planning of development/training activities to suit the business needs alongside the Training Manager
• Responsible for managing ER cases from dismissal through to appeal and work with the HRBP & HRM on complex cases.
• Work with line managers to understand their needs and implement training and development plan to upskill their capability to deal with performance, ER, absence and conduct issues.
• Ensure Performance Management system is embedded to support achievement of company goals through individual objectives and the performance of these objectives.
• Liaise with OH regarding long term sickness and ill health assessments. Work alongside the site safety department to ensure safety and compliance on site.
• Work as part of cross-functional / HR team to develop HR practice and process developments that contribute to enhancing the total HR value add.
• Collate, combine and produce the weekly and monthly UK HR reports.
• Provide analysis of UK HR data to support continued improvement (turnover, absence rates etc);
• Support the Talent Acquisition Lead with recruitment when required
• Support with processing Monthly Payroll in the absence of Payroll Coordinator
• Support employees and managers with payroll queries in absence of Payroll Coordinator
• Help and support manage the T&A System (add new starters, amend shift patterns, holiday queries, manager support)
• Support to ensure HR SAP system is up to date with new starter / leaver / change details
• Understand how to raise and manage Right to Work & Security checks for all new starters through Experian
• Review Probationary Review paperwork to ensure all relevant issues are dealt with proactively and training plans are being adhered to;
• Build on the good working relationship with the current Union on site;
• Support adhoc HR Projects to deliver change and good practice across the site.

The Successful Applicant

The successful Interim HR Advisor should be/have:

• Experience of working as a HR Advisor, preferably within a manufacturing environment
• Strong employee relations experience
• Good knowledge of UK employment law
• Good problem solving ability
• Available to start a new role quickly and commit until the end of the year

What's on Offer

The interim HR Advisor role offers:

• Salary of c£45k or the equivalent hourly rate
• Immediate start
• Role is based in Huddersfield with one day a week from home