People Advisor

EMR UK Careers; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a proactive People Advisor to enhance workplace experiences and support staff engagement. This role is pivotal in shaping company culture and involves managing casework, fostering inclusivity, and partnering with managers for training and development. You will utilize your expertise in UK employment law and HR practices to ensure a compliant and supportive environment. Join a team that values care, collaboration, and growth while making a significant impact in the metal recycling sector.

Benefits

Bonus scheme

Cycle to work scheme

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Enhanced maternity and paternity leave

Wellbeing Scheme via Health Shield

Employee Support including Life Assurance

24/7 Colleague Assistance Programme

Online savings options with major retailers

Qualifications

• Experience in a generalist HR role with case management.
• Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR practices.

Responsibilities

• Manage casework related to performance, absence, and grievances.
• Support employee engagement and foster an inclusive environment.
• Partner with managers to identify training needs and develop plans.

Skills

UK Employment Law

Case Management

Communication Skills

Stakeholder Management

HR Data Systems

Continuous Improvement

Education

Level 5 CIPD Qualification

Job description

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Package Description:

• Bonus scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with options to buy and sell leave annually
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
• Wellbeing Scheme via Health Shield, offering unlimited GP and counselling access for colleagues and dependents, plus cashback on health treatments
• Employee Support including Life Assurance and critical illness pay
• 24/7 Colleague Assistance Programme and Financial Wellbeing Support, providing access to affordable loans, savings, advanced earned pay, and financial education through Salary Finance
• Online savings options with major retailers, utilities, entertainment, and more

About Our Opportunity

Are you passionate about people and creating meaningful workplace experiences? EMR is seeking a proactive People Advisor to support our People Team. This role involves supporting staff, enhancing engagement, and shaping our company culture as one of the UK’s leading metal recyclers.

What You Will Be Doing

As a People Advisor, you will:

• Manage casework related to performance, absence, and grievances
• Support employee engagement and foster an inclusive environment
• Handle employee relations issues with fairness
• Partner with managers to identify training needs and develop plans
• Deliver training and coach managers on HR practices
• Use data insights for workforce planning
• Ensure policies are legally compliant and effectively applied

Every day, you'll influence how colleagues feel, grow, and succeed at EMR.

About You

You should bring energy, empathy, and expertise, including:

• Level 5 CIPD qualification (or equivalent) and solid knowledge of UK employment law
• Experience in a generalist HR role with case management
• Strong communication skills and stakeholder management ability
• A passion for continuous improvement and development
• Experience with HR data systems and insights
• Valid UK Driving License for site visits 2-3 times per week

You will embody The EMR Way—caring for our people, customers, workplace, and communities.

Who we are:

Our purpose is to create a future where materials are reused, not extracted. EMR recycles 10 million tonnes of metals and plastics annually, saving 19 million tonnes of carbon, reducing landfill, and conserving resources.

We value our team and strive to create a culture of belonging, support, and growth. We’re proud to be a Great Place To Work, recognized for our commitment to our people’s well-being and development.

Our values:

• We Care: Respect, Honesty, Collaboration, Genuineness
• We Do: Accountability, Innovation, Growth Mindset, Progressiveness

If you want to make a difference and work with like-minded individuals, apply now.

Recruitment Agencies

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