We are looking for a dedicated People Advisor to join our team in Kendal. In this role, you will provide essential HR support to line leaders across our group, ensuring best practices in employee relations, performance management, and engagement.
If you're a forward-thinking, responsible, and caring HR professional, we want you on our team. Help us create a positive and effective workplace while advancing your career in a company that values innovation and continuous improvement
What you’ll be doing;
- Providing general advice to employees and line leaders on all company
HR policies, processes and procedures. - Providing impartial and best practice advice in relation to ER cases
such as disciplinary, grievance, absence and performance
management. - Maintaining accurate and compliant people data, ensuring employee records are complete, consistent and managed in line with GDPR and internal requirements.
- Supporting the effective management and continuous improvement of HR systems, processes and workflows, identifying opportunities to improve efficiency and data quality.
- Producing and analysing people data and reporting, providing meaningful insights to support business and workforce decisions.
- Reviewing, developing and maintaining people policies, procedures and documentation, ensuring they remain aligned with employment legislation and best practice.
- Supporting HR compliance and governance, including audits, record keeping and agreed people controls.
- Providing guidance to managers and employees on the consistent application of people policies, processes and systems.
- Monitoring data integrity and resolving discrepancies across HR systems, working with relevant stakeholders to improve the accuracy of people information.
- Supporting the implementation, testing and continuous improvement of HR technology and digital people processes.
- Leading and supporting HR operational and systems projects aligned to the wider People and business strategy.
**This is a 6 month Fixed Term Contract role **
What will make you successful?
You will ideally have experience in manufacturing and strong case management expertise, additionally;
- CIPD level 5 qualified or equivalent experience.
- Strong knowledge of employment law and HR best practices.
- Experience managing a portfolio and dealing with employee relations cases
- Experience working within HR/People Operations, ideally in a data, systems, policy or compliance-focused role.
- Strong understanding of HR systems/HRIS and maintaining accurate employee data.
- Confident producing and interpreting people data, reports and management information.
- Experience reviewing, developing and implementing HR policies, processes and procedures.
- Strong attention to detail with a focus on data accuracy, governance and record keeping.
- Confident advising managers and employees on the consistent application of HR policies and processes.
- Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
Why choose Us?
We are offering a competitive salary and benefits including;
- The chance to pave your career with a global leader you’ll have support from your line manager and a range of learning & development programmes
- We will help you save for your retirement - join our pension scheme and we’ll match contributions up to 6%
- 25 days’ holiday per year (pro rata) plus bank holidays
- Free health cash plan so you can claim back cash for a range of medical expenses
- Wellbeing support - including a 24/7 employee assistance programme (EAP) for you and your nearest and dearest
Our Values
- Forward Thinking
- We are proud of our heritage but not stuck in the past
- We ask questions that matter and are always open to new ideas
- We are inventors, not afraid to experiment
- We anticipate our customers' needs and think about what’s best for the long-term
- As pioneers, we forge new paths ahead
- Responsible
- We face reality and own our actions
- We believe in using materials resourcefully
- We are tenacious and committed to delivering quality products and service to our customers
- We are guardians of this business for future generations
- Caring
- Family and community is at the heart of our business and makes us stronger
- We treat each other how we would like to be treated, and pull together when the going gets tough
- We care about each other’s wellbeing, our customers, suppliers and the planet we share
Learning & Development Programmes
The Company
James Cropper are global market leaders in advanced materials and paper products. Led by the Cropper family for six generations, we have an international workforce and an operational reach in over 50 countries.
Established in 1845, we manufacture paper, packaging and advanced materials incorporating pioneering non-wovens and electrochemical coatings.
We operate across multiple markets from luxury retail to renewable energy. Renowned globally for service, capability, pioneering and multi award-winning commitment to the highest standards of sustainability.
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People Advisor in Kendal employer: James Cropper plc
At James Cropper, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant work culture that fosters collaboration and innovation. As a Customer Experience Representative, you will benefit from comprehensive training and development programmes, competitive salary packages, and a supportive environment that values your contributions. With a strong commitment to employee wellbeing and sustainability, you will be part of a global leader in advanced materials, where your career can flourish while making a meaningful impact.