Senior HR Administrator

Ambitions Personnel; Melton Mowbray; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Funded CIPD training

Structured progression

On-site parking

Excellent benefits package

Employee wellbeing initiatives

Job summary

Ambitions Personnel is seeking an HR Administrator/Adviser for a manufacturing business in the Melton Mowbray area. You will provide hands-on HR support across production and operations, handling employee relations, investigations and disciplinary matters. Expect involvement in recruitment, onboarding and lifecycle HR administration.

The role offers training, a three-year progression pathway, and CIPD development support, with a strong focus on employee wellbeing and a positive culture.

Qualifications

• Experience in HR administration or advisory role.
• Understanding of employee relations and disciplinary processes.
• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels and manage confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day HR support to employees and managers.
• Support and manage employee relations cases (conduct, capability, disciplinary).
• Investigate workplace concerns and prepare case documentation.
• Assist with disciplinary meetings and communicate outcomes.
• Support recruitment, onboarding and lifecycle administration.
• Maintain HR systems and employee records.
• Contribute to HR projects on engagement, wellbeing and learning.
• Identify process improvements to enhance the employee experience.

Skills

Strong communication

Organisation

Confidential information handling

Proactive HR approach

HR administration experience

Education

CIPD qualification desirable

Job description

Are you working in HR Administration or an entry-level HR Advisory position and looking for an opportunity where you can genuinely develop your career?

I'm recruiting for an established, independently owned manufacturing business based in the Melton Mowbray area, which is looking to strengthen its HR team with an enthusiastic and people-focused HR professional.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a successful business with an excellent reputation for its employee culture, staff wellbeing and long-term investment in its people.

With a workforce of approximately 600 employees, the business has a particularly stable workforce and a strong focus on creating a positive working environment.

Working closely with the HR Director, you will provide hands‑on HR support across the production and operational workforce.

A key part of your role will involve supporting employee relations matters, working closely with production managers to investigate concerns, gather evidence and ensure matters are handled fairly and consistently.

You will be involved in the full process, from initial investigations through to supporting disciplinary meetings and communicating outcomes.

Typical responsibilities will include:

Providing day‑to‑day HR support to employees and operational managers.

Supporting and managing employee relations cases, including conduct, capability and disciplinary matters.

Investigating workplace concerns, gathering evidence and preparing case documentation.

Working alongside the HR Director to determine appropriate outcomes and next steps.

Supporting disciplinary meetings, issuing correspondence and maintaining accurate employee records.

Advising managers on HR policies, procedures and best practice.

Supporting recruitment, onboarding and employee lifecycle administration.

Maintaining HR systems and ensuring employee information is accurate and up to date.

Getting involved in wider HR projects covering employee engagement, wellbeing, learning and development and HR systems.

Identifying opportunities to improve processes and enhance the employee experience.

What We’re Looking For

We’re interested in speaking with someone who has some previous experience within an HR administration or HR advisory position and is keen to take the next step in their career.

You’ll have:

Previous experience within an HR Administration or HR Advisory role.

An understanding of employee relations and disciplinary processes.

Strong communication skills and the confidence to deal with people at all levels.

Excellent organisation and attention to detail.

The ability to handle confidential and sensitive information professionally.

A proactive approach and willingness to get involved in different areas of HR.

A genuine interest in developing a long‑term career within HR.

CIPD qualification is desirable but not essential.

If you’re not currently CIPD qualified, the business is willing to invest in you and support you through your qualification.

One of the most attractive aspects of this opportunity is the commitment to your development.

You’ll receive approximately 12 weeks of initial training, followed by a structured three-year progression pathway.

The business is happy to fund your CIPD qualification if required, giving you the opportunity to develop your technical HR knowledge, gain valuable experience and progress your career.

This is an opportunity to join a business that wants to invest in the right person rather than simply fill a vacancy.

The Business & Benefits

You’ll be joining a successful, independently owned manufacturing business with an established workforce and a genuinely positive working culture.

The business places real importance on employee wellbeing, engagement and retention, with an excellent range of benefits and facilities.

You’ll also enjoy:

Excellent employee benefits package.

Funded CIPD training and professional development.

Structured career progression.

Supportive HR leadership.

Employee wellbeing initiatives and activities.

Fantastic on-site facilities.

Free on-site parking.

Staff rewards, gifts and additional perks.

A stable working environment with a strong employee culture.