Your new company

A rapidly growing and well-established business, based on the outskirts of Bury St Edmunds (East side).

Your new role

This is a new HR Advisor job which is site-based and requires an experienced and proactive HR Advisor. You will be providing first-line HR advice and guidance, supporting with ER caseloads, working closely with and supporting managers with best practice and a consistent application of HR policies. Reporting to the HR Manager, the HR Advisor will be integral to the day-to-day HR operations across this multisite business. Duties include but not limited to:

• Employee relations - handling a range of ER cases including, grievances, disciplinaries, performance and absence (from informal resolution through to formal processes)
• Managing documents and maintaining records (PeopleHR)
• Managing the HR inbox and answering incoming calls
• Providing accurate and timely advice for managers and employees
• HR administration managing the onboarding process
• End-to-end recruitment, partnering with hiring managers
• Support mandatory and compliance training
• Support ongoing development and learning initiatives
• Support on a multisite basis

What you'll need to succeed

• CIPD Level 5 qualification or demonstrable experience of working at that level
• A down-to-earth and robust personality with the ability to manage up and down effectively
• Experience in a fast-paced multi-site environment (e.g. logistics, manufacturing, construction)
• The ability to have uncomfortable or challenging conversations and push back if required
• Solid experience in employee relations, including grievances, disciplinaries as well as absence and performance management
• Great communication and interpersonal skills
• Confident in using HRIS platforms (PeopleHr desirable) and Microsoft Office Suite

• A willingness and ability to travel between sites (which may involve overnight stays) - pool car available for travel

What you'll get in return

You will receive a competitive salary, great value-added benefits and on-site parking.

• Monday to Friday 8.30–17:00 - 100% on site

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.