Hr Advisor

We are seeking a confident and capable HR Advisor to join a fast-paced manufacturing business with a strong reputation for quality, teamwork and continuous improvement. This is a great opportunity for an experienced generalist HR professional who enjoys being close to the operation, partnering with managers, and making a real difference to people, performance and culture. Working closely with the People Partner, you will play a key role in delivering a practical, people-focused HR service across a busy production environment. You will support managers and team members at all levels, help drive engagement, and ensure people processes run smoothly in a business where standards, pace and collaboration matter. What you’ll do * Provide day-to-day HR guidance and support to managers and team leaders across the site. * Support employee relations activity, including absence, conduct, performance and wellbeing matters. * Manage the full employee lifecycle from onboarding through to leavers, including contracts and correspondence. * Support maternity, paternity and family leave processes with care and consistency. * Lead the monthly payroll process to ensure colleagues are paid accurately and on time. * Use HR data and KPI reporting to identify trends, highlight issues and support informed decision-making. * Act as a super-user for the HR system, helping to improve processes and promote smarter ways of working. * Support site communications, engagement activity, awards, briefings and employee events. * Contribute to training workshops and people plan activity that supports site priorities. * Work collaboratively as a key member of the local people team. What we’re looking for * Previous experience in a generalist HR or People Advisor role. * Strong understanding of UK employment law and HR best practice. * Experience working with line managers in a fast-paced manufacturing, FMCG or similar operational environment. * Confident user of MS Office, particularly Excel for reporting and analysis. * Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust quickly. * Well organised, calm under pressure and able to balance multiple priorities. * A discreet, fair and balanced approach, with a genuine interest in supporting people to succeed. Why join us This is an opportunity to join a business that invests in its people and values a positive, supportive working culture. You’ll be part of a team that cares about high standards, continuous improvement and creating an environment where people feel informed, respected and able to do their best work. We offer a competitive package including a 10% bonus, enhanced pension, life assurance, Medicash, discounted meals, take-home food, family-friendly policies, volunteering opportunities, social events, learning and development, and a flexible bank holiday benefit. If you’re looking for a hands-on HR role where you can build strong relationships, influence managers and contribute to a high-performing manufacturing site, this could be the right next step. Benefits package * EV electric car scheme. * Cycle to Work scheme. * 3x life assurance. * 5% matched pension, with the option to contribute more. * Medicash, including free GP access and support with prescriptions and dental costs. * Discounted meals in company cafés,take-home fridge with free meals. * Enhanced family leave policies. * BBQ and volunteering day. * Long service dinners after 5+ years. * Christmas party, team socials. * Learning and development opportunities. * Flexible bank holidays. Please get in touch for more information on this great opportunity or apply with your CV today