Senior HR Advisor

Clarke Energy; Liverpool; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior HR Advisor to join their dynamic HR team. This pivotal role, covering a maternity leave period of approximately 12-14 months, involves enhancing employee productivity through effective recruitment, performance management, and compliance with employment law. The company is known for its commitment to integrity and excellence, providing a supportive environment where employees can thrive. With a focus on professional development and a strong emphasis on employee wellbeing, this opportunity promises not only career growth but also the chance to contribute to a meaningful mission in sustainable energy solutions.

Benefits

Competitive salary

25 days holidays

Enhanced holiday entitlement

Holiday buy and sell scheme

Company pension scheme

Health care cash plan

Life Assurance

Employee Assistance programme

Hybrid working

Development and investment in employees

Qualifications

• CIPD Level 5 qualified with generalist HR experience.
• Strong administrative skills and confidence across all business levels.

Responsibilities

• Support recruitment processes and manage employee performance.
• Advise employees on rights and entitlements, ensuring compliance.

Skills

Generalist HR experience

Excellent administrative skills

Advising line managers

Employee relations

Performance management

Recruitment strategies

Education

CIPD Level 5 qualified

Tools

Natural HR

Workday

Microsoft Office

Job description

Clarke Energy is an award-winning, multinational specialist in the engineering, installation, and maintenance of sustainable energy solutions for both front and behind-meter applications. Renowned for our high-quality schemes, we are committed to supporting the global net-zero transition.

Our culture is founded on integrity and high ethical standards. As the largest authorised distributor and service provider for INNIO’s hydrogen-ready reciprocating engines across 29 territories, we offer unparalleled expertise and support.

Our comprehensive solutions are strengthened by in-house design engineering, EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) project management, and market-leading 24/7 after-sales support, ensuring the reliability and efficiency of our projects.

About the role:

We are seeking to recruit a Senior HR Advisor to join our HR team to cover a period of upcoming maternity leave. We expect the contract will be in place for approx. 12-14 months. We are open to considering both part-time and full-time applications for this role. The purpose of this role is to provide support to the business to ensure that productivity is maximised through the effectiveness of our employees. Responsibilities cover a wide range of activities but at the core is recruitment, employee performance, health and wellbeing, training and development, compensation, benefits and employment law compliance.

The Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• 25 days holidays
• Enhanced holiday entitlement based on length of service
• Holiday buy and sell scheme
• Company pension scheme
• Health care cash plan
• Life Assurance
• Employee Assistance programme
• Hybrid working
• Reward and Recognition
• Development and investment in our employees

Responsibilities

• Support the Talent Acquisition Specialist and wider HR team during peak recruitment periods, including responsibility for the full recruitment process from employee requisition through to compiling offers and issuing contracts of employment for a number of open vacancies. Ensuring all vacancies are advertised through internal procedures, keeping the website up to date and liaising with 3rd party recruitment agencies.
• Support the recruitment strategy and aim to reduce recruitment spend by utilising cost-effective methods of recruitment i.e. LinkedIn, job boards, promoting referrals.
• Coordinate the annual recruitment of apprentices working in conjunction with Technical Training.
• Be the HR Lead on apprenticeships within the UK and Ireland, including liaising with and sourcing new colleges, development of new apprenticeship programs, monitoring and tracking performance of apprentices, evaluating the success of each scheme, coordination of the annual residential team building events, support for annual apprentice week, and managing the apprenticeship levy for Clarke Energy.
• Provide an advisory service to employees ensuring that they are fully aware of their rights and entitlements.
• Work in partnership with line managers on performance management, employee relations, and resourcing.
• Support HR Manager with disciplinary, grievance, and capability investigations and hearings.
• Manage long-term employee absence to support employees and help return to work where appropriate.
• Keep personnel files up to date, ensuring any correspondence is filed promptly and accurately using Natural HR.
• Ensure exit interviews are conducted in the absence of the HR Advisor.
• Adhere to company procedures in relation to salary increases, department transfers, etc.
• Prepare the board report and monthly KPI’s.
• Support the HR strategy with involvement in any HR projects which are underway.
• Support the HR team and help develop other team members by sharing knowledge and expertise.
• Coordinate and facilitate ‘lunch and learn’ sessions with management and/or employees on key topics or areas of focus.
• Create and update people policies and procedures, ensuring they are family-friendly.
• Create an employer brand and recruit to key positions.
• Support workforce planning by identifying skill gaps and collaborating on recruitment strategies.
• Drive initiatives for employee retention, career development, and succession planning.
• Support organisational change initiatives, including restructuring, mergers, or process improvement.
• Seek to develop Natural HR and Workday to ensure we are getting the most from the system and using it in the best way to support the business.

Essential

• CIPD Level 5 qualified.
• Excellent administrative skills.
• Generalist HR experience within an HR environment.
• Experience of working with and advising line managers.
• Confidence to work across all levels of the business.
• Previous experience of using an HR system.
• Excellent IT skills, advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office, Word, and Excel.

If you are looking for a career with a growing and exciting company that truly believes its people are at the heart of its success, Clarke Energy is the place for you. With opportunities spanning 27 different locations across the world, the possibilities are endless.

People truly are our power, and we foster a positive working environment in which everyone is encouraged to thrive. As we continue to grow, so do our opportunities. We are always looking to add to our teams and continue to build our Clarke Energy family. What are you waiting for?