HR Advisor - Part Time

This well established, UK Manufacturer of a high end, quality product seeks a Generalist HR Advisor / HR Officer to manage all HR issues throughout the operations and manufacturing aspects of the business.  Thankfully, there are few ER issues in the business, so a focus on L&D would be most welcome.  The HR Advisor / HR Officer will recruit, support employees and managers and develop talent through evolving policies and managing procedures. The ideal candidate will be passionate about HR and highly efficient. We expect knowledge of various HR functions and a willingness to provide excellent assistance and support to employees and managers. Your job is to help make us a great place to work!

The Role:

• Supporting the development and implementation of HR initiatives and systems.
• Be actively involved in the recruitment process by preparing job descriptions, posting advertisements and managing the hiring process.
• Creation and implementation of effective onboarding plans and inductions.
• Be the first point of contact for all staff with regards to HR matters.
• Work with the team to ensure we maintain apprenticeship schemes and engagement with local schools and education establishments.
• Maintain employee feedback through annual surveys to see where we can make improvements.
• Work with managers to develop training and development programs.  Implement and maintain training matrices, and support in performance management processes.
• Support the management of disciplinary and grievance issues, and maintain employee records according to policy and legal requirements using the company's HR System.
• Produce all necessary HR documentation including contracts etc.
• Ensure direct reports are managing sickness, lateness and performance issues and advise/support accordingly.
• Advise on HR issues within relevant employment law and best practice guidelines.

• Proven experience as HR Officer or similar HR position, with a knowledge of HR functions (pay, benefits, recruitment, training and development)
• Up to date understanding of relevant legislation and disciplinary procedures.
• HR credentials ie: CIPD recognised qualification (Minimum CIPD Membership level)
• Outstanding organisational and time-management abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.