HR Advisor (Maternity Cover - Fixed Term Contract) – Preston
Location: UK (Multi‑site support role) – Head office Preston, Lancashire
Job type: Full-time | Monday-Friday (40 hours per week, incl. 1‑hour unpaid break)
Salary: £30,000 – £33,000 per annum + benefits
About the Company
Our client is a well‑established, market‑leading organisation within the FMCG sector, with a proud heritage of over 60 years. With a turnover exceeding £170m and a workforce of 400+ employees, they operate across multiple UK locations, delivering essential products to a diverse customer base. Known for combining national scale with a local, customer‑first approach, they continue to grow and evolve within a fast‑paced industry.
The Opportunity
We're looking for a proactive and enthusiastic HR Advisor to join the team on a fixed‑term maternity cover contract. This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a true generalist HR role, working closely with the HR Manager, Group HR Director, and wider HR team. You'll play a key part in supporting managers, delivering training, and driving people initiatives across the business.
Key Responsibilities
* Support the delivery of the HR strategy and people initiatives
* Create engaging training content using authoring tools
* Deliver learning & development sessions to managers and teams
* Monitor and evaluate training effectiveness via HR systems
* Provide guidance to managers on HR policies and procedures
* Support the full recruitment lifecycle (advertising, shortlisting, interviewing, onboarding)
* Assist with employee relations cases, including disciplinaries, grievances, and absence management
* Provide support on employment law matters
* Help manage family‑friendly policies across the business
* Produce and analyse HR reports and data
* Promote equality, diversity, and inclusion across the organisation
* Maintain high standards of confidentiality and professionalism
Compliance & Culture
* Ensure all HR advice aligns with UK employment legislation and best practice
* Support a culture of fairness, inclusion, and continuous improvement
* Contribute to a safe working environment, adhering to Health & Safety policies
What We're Looking For
Essential
* CIPD Level 5
* Strong understanding of UK employment law and HR best practice
* Experience working in a busy HR environment supporting managers
* Proven experience handling employee relations matters
* Experience across the full recruitment process
* Excellent communication, organisational, and presentation skills
* Passion for learning & development and training delivery
* High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities
* Strong discretion and ability to handle confidential information
* Intermediate Microsoft Office skills
Desirable
* Experience in an HR Advisor / HR Officer role
* Knowledge of SuccessFactors or similar HR systems
* Experience using Articulate or other training authoring tools
* Comfortable using social media for recruitment or engagement
* Full UK driving licence
What's in It for You
* KPI Bonus Scheme
* 28 days holiday (incl. bank holidays, pro rata)
* Company Pension Scheme
* Life Assurance
* Company Sick Pay
* Employee Discount Scheme
* Cycle to Work Scheme
* Employee Assistance Programme
Why Apply
This is an excellent opportunity for an HR professional looking to expand their generalist experience in a supportive, fast‑paced environment. You'll gain exposure to a wide range of HR activities while contributing to meaningful people initiatives.
How to Apply
Send your CV to (url removed) to submit your application or for more information call me on (phone number removed).
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