At a Glance
- Tasks: Support managers and employees with HR advice, manage employee relations, and ensure compliance.
- Company: Dynamic workplace focused on people and relationships.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and a vibrant work culture.
- Other info: Varied role with opportunities for growth and impact.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the workplace and help build high-performing teams.
- Qualifications: Experience in HR and strong relationship-building skills.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
Are you an experienced HR professional who thrives on building strong relationships, solving people challenges, and making a real difference in the workplace?
We're looking for a proactive and commercially minded HR Advisor to join our HR team.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys working across the full employee lifecycle, with a particular passion for employee relations and supporting managers to create high performing, engaged teams.
Working closely with the HR Manager, you'll provide practical, hands on HR support across the business, helping managers navigate people matters confidently while ensuring compliance with UK employment legislation and company policies.
If you're looking for a varied role where no two days are the same and where your expertise will have a genuine impact, we'd love to hear from you.
As our HR Advisor, you'll play a key role in delivering an efficient, professional and people focused HR service. Your responsibilities will include: Employee Relations
Providing expert first-line HR advice and guidance to managers and employees.
Managing a varied employee relations caseload, including disciplinary, grievance, performance, absence, probation and flexible working matters.
Supporting and leading workplace investigations, ensuring fair, consistent and compliant outcomes.
Preparing for and attending disciplinary, grievance and appeal hearings, acting as HR Advisor and chairing meetings where appropriate.
Promoting early intervention and informal resolution wherever possible to achieve positive outcomes.
Escalating complex or high-risk cases to the HR Manager when appropriate.
HR Operations
Building strong working relationships across the business, providing practical and commercially focused HR support.
Coaching and developing managers to build confidence in people management.
Supporting recruitment activities, including advertising, interviewing, onboarding, inductions and probation reviews.
Preparing contracts, offer letters and employee correspondence.
Maintaining accurate HR records and systems in line with GDPR requirements.
Producing HR reports and metrics to support business decisions.
Assisting with the review and continuous improvement of HR policies and procedures.
Supporting employee engagement and wellbeing initiatives that help create a positive workplace culture.
Compliance & Governance
Ensuring all HR activities comply with UK employment legislation, ACAS guidance and company policies.
Maintaining accurate and confidential employee records and case documentation.
Identifying potential risks and escalating complex issues appropriately.
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HR Advisor in Stoke-on-Trent employer: Portmeirion Group Limited
Portmeirion Group Limited is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work culture that prioritises safety and quality in the manufacturing sector. Employees benefit from ongoing training and development opportunities, fostering personal and professional growth while working in the picturesque Staffordshire area. With a commitment to teamwork and innovation, Portmeirion provides a rewarding environment for those looking to make a meaningful impact in their roles.
