HR Advisor
Location: Chadderton (with occasional travel to Manchester)
Salary: Competitive, based on experience
Employment Type: Full-time, office-based
Overview
An award-winning organisation within the technical and engineering sector is continuing its rapid expansion and is looking for an experienced HR Advisor to join their established HR function. With a strong pipeline of UK and international work, this is an excellent opportunity for a driven HR professional to join a growing, forward-thinking business.
Reporting to the HR Manager, the HR Advisor will provide generalist HR support across the organisation while taking a key role in ensuring smooth and effective recruitment processes. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, hands-on environment and enjoys building strong relationships across all levels.
Key Responsibilities
*Act as a key point of contact for managers, providing best-practice advice on employee relations issues including disciplinary, capability, and absence management.
*Draft, review, and update HR policies to ensure compliance with current legislation.
*Provide guidance to line managers and employees on HR policies, procedures, and employment law.
*Deliver day-to-day HR administrative and operational support across the function.
*Support the full recruitment and onboarding lifecycle.
*Maintain accurate absence data and prepare absence reports for payroll.
*Use the ADP HR system to input, update, and compile HR data.
*Contribute to wider HR projects as required.
What We’re Looking For
*Proven experience in a generalist HR role, delivering advisory-level support.
*CIPD qualification (or currently studying). Equivalent experience will also be considered.
*Confident user of HR systems.
*Strong understanding of current UK employment legislation.
*Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to build strong stakeholder relationships.
*Highly organised, able to work independently, and comfortable in a fast-paced environment.
*Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate work.
*High level of discretion, professionalism, and respect for confidentiality.
*Full UK driving licence and access to a car (occasional travel to Manchester required).