Senior HR Advisor

Pertemps Scotland; Motherwell; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading organisation in the chilled food sector is seeking an experienced Senior HR Advisor to work part-time in Motherwell, United Kingdom. The role involves managing complex HR cases and providing expert advice on policies and procedures. Candidates should have a CIPD Level 5 qualification and substantial HR experience, including proven skills in stakeholder engagement and understanding of employment law. This position offers real responsibility and an opportunity to shape HR practice within a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years in a busy HR environment.
• Proven expertise in complex case management.
• Experience in manufacturing or related industries is highly advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Leading complex case management (disciplinary, grievance, performance, capability).
• Providing expert advice on absence management, OH referrals and RTW processes.
• Supporting and coordinating recruitment activity on shift.
• Managing key HR processes including probation, exit interviews and policy updates.
• Representing HR in Tier 2 and strategic meetings.

Skills

Knowledge of employment law

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Solutions-focused approach

Resilience

Competence with HRIS and MS Office

Education

CIPD Level 5 or working towards

Tools

HRIS

MS Office

Job description

We’re delighted to be supporting a leading organisation in the chilled food/manufacturing sector, who are now looking to appoint an experienced Senior HR Advisor on a part-time basis.

Reporting to the HR Manager, this role offers genuine responsibility, exposure to senior stakeholders, and the opportunity to shape HR practice within a fast-paced environment. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced HR Advisor seeking part-time work with real responsibility, senior engagement, and the ability to influence change across a key operational function.

Hours:

Monday – 1pm to 5pm

Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday – 7pm to 11pm

Weekend – 4 hours (flexible)

The role:

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading complex case management (disciplinary, grievance, performance, capability)
• Providing expert advice on absence management, OH referrals and RTW processes
• Supporting and coordinating recruitment activity on shift
• Contributing to HR improvement initiatives and cross-functional projects
• Attending and supporting disciplinary hearings
• Managing key HR processes including probation, exit interviews and policy updates
• Representing HR in Tier 2 and strategic meetings
• Reviewing job descriptions and team structures
• Advising on recruitment, selection and retention strategies
• Monitoring HR metrics (turnover, engagement and retention)
• Championing wellbeing and engagement across the workforce

You’ll bring:

• CIPD Level 5 (or working towards)
• Strong knowledge of employment law and case law
• Demonstrated experience leading complex ER cases
• Excellent communication and stakeholder-management skills
• A proactive, solutions-focused approach
• High levels of resilience and professional maturity
• Competence with HRIS and MS Office tools

Experience required

• Minimum 4 years in a busy HR environment
• Proven expertise in complex case management
• Experience in manufacturing or related industries would be highly advantageous

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced HR Advisor seeking part-time work with real responsibility, senior engagement, and the ability to influence change across a key operational function.

If you’d like to learn more, please apply with your CV or reach out for a confidential conversation.