HR Advisor

Alexander Steele Recruitment is delighted to be partnering with a successful and growing food manufacturing business in the search for an experienced HR Advisor.This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive HR professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced operational environment and partnering closely with managers to deliver a first-class people service. Reporting to the Head of HR, you will play a key role in supporting employee relations, recruitment, engagement, payroll processes and continuous improvement initiatives across the business.About the RoleAs HR Advisor, you will act as a trusted partner to managers and leaders across the organisation, providing practical and commercially focused HR support.Key responsibilities will include:Providing guidance and support on employee relations matters including disciplinary, grievance, absence and performance management cases.Coaching and supporting managers to drive a positive, high-performing culture.Managing long and short-term absence cases, including liaison with occupational health providers.Supporting recruitment activities from vacancy approval through to onboarding and induction.Maintaining accurate HR records and producing reports on key people metrics and trends.Assisting with monthly payroll processes, ensuring all employee changes are communicated accurately and on time.Supporting the development and implementation of HR policies, procedures and people initiatives.Building strong working relationships across the business and supporting employee engagement activities.Contributing to HR projects and wider organisational change initiatives.About YouTo be successful in this role, you will ideally have:Previous experience in a HR Advisor, HR Officer or HR Business Partner position.CIPD qualification or equivalent HR experience.Strong working knowledge of UK employment legislation.Experience managing a wide range of employee relations cases.The confidence to influence and build credibility with managers at all levels.Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.Experience supporting recruitment and payroll processes.A proactive and solutions-focused approach to HR.Why Join?Opportunity to join a well-established and growing food manufacturing business.Broad and varied generalist HR role with genuine responsibility.Exposure to business improvement and people-focused projects.Supportive leadership team and positive working culture.Excellent opportunity for career development and progression.If you're looking for your next HR opportunity within a fast-paced manufacturing environment, we'd love to hear from you.TPBN1_UKTJ