HR Adviser - Fixed Term Maternity Cover

We are seeking an experienced and proactive HR Advisor to join a busy manufacturing environment on an 8-month fixed-term contract. This is a hands-on generalist role supporting managers across a wide range of HR activities, with a strong focus on employee relations, absence management, and operational HR support. About the candidate The successful candidate will have previous experience within a similar HR role and will be confident managing employee relations matters independently. You will be comfortable working within a fast-paced environment, building strong relationships with managers, and providing practical HR guidance across the employee lifecycle. You will have excellent communication and organisational skills, strong attention to detail, and a good understanding of current employment legislation. Experience within a manufacturing environment would be advantageous but is not essential. A CIPD qualification or HR degree would also be beneficial. Salary: £35,000 – £40,000 depending on experience Hours: Full Time Location: Warrington, with 3 x a year travel to another UK Site. What you’ll do Provide day-to-day HR support to managers and employees Support and advise on disciplinaries, grievances, absence management, and capability processes Manage sickness absence cases proactively and contribute to absence reduction initiatives Coordinate the recruitment process from approval through to issuing contracts Support annual performance review and succession planning processes Maintain accurate employee records and produce HR reports and analytics Support onboarding and training activities Contribute to the development and improvement of HR policies and procedures Promote employee engagement initiatives and support a positive workplace culture Benefits Competitive bonus scheme Enhanced employer pension contribution Healthcare and lifestyle discounts 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Ongoing training and development opportunities Onsite parking If this sounds like your next opportunity, we’d love to hear from you — apply today