Human Resources Advisor – Support Our People, Shape Our Culture!
Job Title: Human Resources Advisor – Maternity Cover
Salary: £29,577 – £32,864
Contract: Fixed-term (approx. 16 months, starting September 2025)
Hours: 40 per week
About Graham & Brown
Welcome to Graham & Brown, where creativity, innovation, and sustainability come together to create stunning interiors! Since 1946, we've been a leading UK-based manufacturer and retailer of premium wallpaper, paint, and home décor products. Our designs are not only stylish but also eco-friendly, reflecting our commitment to quality and sustainability.
As a family-owned business, we're passionate about fostering creativity, customer satisfaction, and continuous growth. At Graham & Brown, you'll be part of a dynamic team where your contributions are valued, and your skills can truly shine. With a strong presence in both retail and commercial sectors, we're shaping beautiful spaces, and we want you to be a part of that!
The Role
We're looking for a proactive, supportive, and adaptable Human Resources Advisor to help deliver our people strategy. You'll be the first port of call for colleagues and managers, helping navigate HR processes, coaching managers, and resolving people challenges with confidence.
What You'll Do
Provide expert HR advice and front-line support to colleagues and managers
Manage investigations, disciplinary, grievance, absence, and capability processes in line with policy and legislation
Support recruitment, onboarding, leavers, and HR administration
Identify learning and development needs and support training initiatives, including apprenticeships
Administer contracts, benefits, and HR systems to keep everything accurate and up-to-date
Drive health, wellbeing, and engagement initiatives across the business
Lead surveys, reporting, and analysis to support strategic HR planning
Coach managers to make confident, informed people decisions
Who We're Looking For
CIPD-qualified or working towards membership, with at least 2 years' HR generalist experience
Strong administrative, organisational, and numerical skills
Flexible, collaborative, and adaptable with a genuine passion for people
Excellent communication skills, able to influence at all levels
Proficient with HR systems and MS Office, and hold a full UK driving licence
Ideally experienced in implementing and/or using HiBob HRIS
What We Offer You
Your birthday off – celebrate in style
Flexi-time working – structure your day around when you work best
Hybrid working – option to work remotely one day per week
Fantastic discounts up to 60% – perfect for treating yourself
Colleague discount portal – extra high street savings
Generous 10% pension scheme – because your future matters
Enhanced maternity and paternity pay – because we support your family journey
Free parking and access to company vehicles for business needs
Regular social events – work hard, play hard, and connect with your colleagues
Location: Based in Blackburn with flexibility to support our Padiham site on a regular basis.
Apply now to join a team that values your expertise, creativity, and passion for people. At Graham & Brown, your contribution helps us create both beautiful homes and an exceptional workplace.
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