A look into the role
Henderson Wholesale is a leading wholesaler in Northern Ireland and supplies goods to over 450 stores across brands such as SPAR, EUROSPAR and VIVO. We source from local farmers, growers and producers and support our local economy and environment.
The Purpose of the role
Working as part of a team of HR Advisors, supported by a group administration function, you will deliver a high quality, proactive and efficient HR service to employees and line managers across a variety of functions including retail stores, IT, facilities services, logistics (warehouse & transport), finance, sales and marketing, property and print.
You will be the professional point of technical expertise for line management in matters of HR policy and ‘best practice’ and employment law, providing advice and guidance to ensure the Company meets its employment obligations.
Working as HR Advisor you will
* Handle Employment Relation cases including supporting disciplinary and grievance hearings, assisting with managing sickness absence monitoring and providing support during periods of business changes (reorganisations, TUPE, working practices etc.)
* Work with L&D on people management training solutions
* Contribute to the development of effective employee communications
* Contribute to the promotion of equality of opportunity within the Company and assist with the implementation of relevant equality legislation
* Contribute to the development and maintenance of effective people information via HR Systems e.g manpower, absence, turnover etc.
* Coach and counsel line managers to be effective People Managers inspiring them with confidence to handle employee relations matters
* Undertake projects in key HR areas as agreed with the People Services Manager
Minimum Criteria
* A minimum of 2 years’ experience of confidently operating in an HR Advisory role within a fast‑paced, customer‑focused environment
* CIPD qualified (or working towards)
* Competent standard of employment law knowledge and ability to transfer into practice
* Full, clean driving licence and access to your own vehicle
Attributes
* Excellent relationship building skills
* Ability to prioritise and manage a varied workload
* Effective communication skills, confident with people at all levels
* Ability to work flexibly to meet deadlines and business needs
* Strong organisational skills and focus on accuracy
It is desirable if you have
* Experience within the retail / FMCG / logistics sector
Benefits
* Market competitive salary
* Contributory pension scheme
* Healthcare, life assurance, employee assistance programme
* Social club, Perks Offers/Discount scheme across UK/Ireland
* Staff discount (grocery/fuel) at SPAR/EUROSPAR Henderson Group stores
* And many more
Working hours
This role is available on either a part‑time basis (22.5 hours across 3 days) or up to full‑time (36.5 hours across 5 days per week). Working hours will be 8:45 am–4:45 pm Monday to Thursday and 8:45 am–3:45 pm Friday. Hybrid and flexible working arrangement available.
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