Human Resources Advisor in Warrington

We are looking for an experienced and confident HR Advisor to join our established HR team. This is a varied regional role, ideally suited to someone based in Warrington who is comfortable travelling across the North of England and Midlands to support managers and colleagues across multiple locations.

What we offer:

• £38,000 per annum
• Company Car or car allowance
• Hybrid working
• Monday to Friday
• 25 days holiday plus a paid Celebration Day each year
• Opportunities to develop your HR expertise through varied employee relations work, regional exposure and involvement in wider HR projects.
• A varied role supporting operational leaders across the East Midlands and North of England.
• Company Pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• High street discount scheme
• Healthcare Cash Plan
• Life Assurance

Since 1994, ABL 1 Touch has been a market-leading vehicle repair business, working in partnership with insurance companies. We pride ourselves not only on the quality of our work but also on providing excellent customer service. Working as part of a supportive HR team of 10, you will provide practical, solutions-focused HR advice to the Regional Managers and operational teams. The role offers a high level of autonomy, so you will be trusted to manage your own workload, prioritise competing demands and build strong working relationships across the region. You will also have opportunities to broaden your experience, develop your HR knowledge and contribute to wider people initiatives across the business.

Key responsibilities of a HR Advisor will include:

• Provide day-to-day HR advice and guidance to managers on a broad range of employee relations matters, including absence, performance, conduct, capability and grievance issues.
• Support the Regional Manager with people matters across the region, offering clear, commercial and legally compliant advice.
• Build effective relationships with site managers, coaching and supporting them to manage people issues confidently and consistently.
• Manage your own caseload and workload, ensuring priorities are handled efficiently and professionally.
• Support investigations, disciplinary and grievance processes, including preparation of documentation and attendance at meetings where required.
• Help ensure HR policies and procedures are applied fairly, consistently and in line with current employment legislation.
• Work collaboratively with the wider HR team, sharing knowledge, escalating complex matters where appropriate and contributing to a consistent HR service.
• Support wider HR projects and initiatives as required, helping to improve employee engagement, manager capability and operational performance.
• Maintain accurate HR records and ensure timely follow-up on actions, correspondence and case management activity.

Skills and experience required as a HR Advisor:

• Previous experience in an HR Advisor, People Advisor or similar generalist HR role.
• Strong employee relations experience, with the ability to advise managers through formal and informal processes.
• Good working knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills, with the confidence to build credibility with stakeholders at all levels.
• A proactive, organised and practical approach, with the ability to manage your own diary and workload.
• Confidence travelling across the region as required.
• CIPD qualification or equivalent experience would be advantageous.
• Knowledge of Cezanne or similar HRIS.

This role is ideal for ambitious accountants who thrive on driving tangible improvements in a high-growth environment while shaping the future of a dynamic organisation. As a PE-backed business, we are likely to experience significant events during your tenure, such as acquisitions or investments, offering a unique chance for you to professionally develop and enhance your professional experience to further your career opportunities.

Joining our team at ABL1 Touch means becoming part of a dynamic organisation that values its employees and provides opportunities for professional growth. We offer a competitive salary, benefits package, and a supportive work environment. ABL 1 Touch are committed to growing and maintaining a diverse team and an inclusive work environment. Our goal is to develop inclusive work activities and projects that bring together people with different experiences and backgrounds. Through this we aim to make sure everyone can be at their best at work.

We’re also committed to providing an accessible recruitment process; if you require reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process please contact us at workforus@abl1touch.com.