1. To support the overall HR and people strategy within the business.
2. Contract until the end of Dec 2025, based in Huddersfield.
About Our Client
A leading global manufacturer and provider of solutions for industrial applications, based out of Huddersfield.
Job Description
The interim HR Advisor will:
3. Work alongside the HRBP & HR Manager to drive the alignment and execution of the People Strategies & Plans in order to develop, keep and enhance the contribution of employees to the short and long-term business needs.
4. Support and drive initiatives - ensure the culture and working environment is open, fair and equitable promoting an environment of open communication.
5. Support and coach line managers in the implementation of core people processes - e.g., absence management, performance Management, disciplinary, grievance etc.
6. Prepare training materials and arrange and deliver training/coaching for Line Managers
7. Support the induction and on-boarding programme of new starters
8. Manage the planning of development/training activities to suit the business needs alongside the Training Manager
9. Responsible for managing ER cases from dismissal through to appeal and work with the HRBP & HRM on complex cases.
10. Work with line managers to understand their needs and implement training and development plan to upskill their capability to deal with performance, ER, absence and conduct issues.
11. Ensure Performance Management system is embedded to support achievement of company goals through individual objectives and the performance of these objectives.
12. Liaise with OH regarding long term sickness and ill health assessments. Work alongside the site safety department to ensure safety and compliance on site.
13. Work as part of cross-functional / HR team to develop HR practice and process developments that contribute to enhancing the total HR value add.
14. Collate, combine and produce the weekly and monthly UK HR reports.
15. Provide analysis of UK HR data to support continued improvement (turnover, absence rates etc);
16. Support the Talent Acquisition Lead with recruitment when required
17. Support with processing Monthly Payroll in the absence of Payroll Coordinator
18. Support employees and managers with payroll queries in absence of Payroll Coordinator
19. Help and support manage the T&A System (add new starters, amend shift patterns, holiday queries, manager support)
20. Support to ensure HR SAP system is up to date with new starter / leaver / change details
21. Understand how to raise and manage Right to Work & Security checks for all new starters through Experian
22. Review Probationary Review paperwork to ensure all relevant issues are dealt with proactively and training plans are being adhered to;
23. Build on the good working relationship with the current Union on site;
24. Support adhoc HR Projects to deliver change and good practice across the site.
The Successful Applicant
The successful Interim HR Advisor should be/have:
25. Experience of working as a HR Advisor, preferably within a manufacturing environment
26. Strong employee relations experience
27. Good knowledge of UK employment law
28. Good problem solving ability
29. Available to start a new role quickly and commit until the end of the year
What's on Offer
The interim HR Advisor role offers:
30. Salary of c£45k or the equivalent hourly rate
31. Immediate start
32. Role is based in Huddersfield with one day a week from home