Alchem Partners are currently working with a global, chemical manufacturing and distribution business – one with sites all over the world, a people centric ethos and an attractive growth plan for the coming years.
Below covers everything you need to know about what this opportunity entails, as well as what is expected from applicants.
Due to growth within the HR function we are currently recruiting for a Part Time Senior HR Advisor to join their team – this role can be flexible around you with regards to days/hours etc. working a 20/25 hour week.
The Role
As Senior HR Advisor, you’ll act as a trusted partner to line managers, supporting them across the full range of employee relations and HR activity. This is a busy, operational role where no two days are the same — perfect for someone who enjoys problem-solving, coaching managers, and balancing commercial realities with best practice.
You’ll be a visible HR presence on site, working closely with operational leaders and employees to support performance, engagement, and compliance.
Key Responsibilities
* Providing expert advice to managers on employee relations matters including disciplinaries, grievances, absence, performance, and capability
* Managing complex ER cases end-to-end, ensuring fair and legally compliant outcomes
* Supporting investigations, hearings, and appeals
* Coaching and developing line managers to build confidence in people management
* Advising on HR policies, employment law, and best practice within a manufacturing environment
* Supporting change initiatives, restructures, and consultations where required
* Using HR data to identify trends and support continuous improvement
About You
You’ll be an experienced HR Advisor or Senior HR Advisor who is comfortable operating in a manufacturing, engineering, logistics, or similarly operational environment. xkybehq
You’ll ideally have:
* Strong, up-to-date knowledge of UK employment law
* Proven experience handling complex employee relations cases independently
* Confidence working with managers at all levels, including shop-floor leaders
* A practical, solutions-focused approach with the confidence to challenge constructively
* Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
Desirable:
* Experience in a unionised environment
* CIPD Level 5 qualification (or equivalent experience)
* Experience supporting change and consultation processes
What We Offer
* A varied, hands-on HR role with real influence
* The opportunity to work closely with operational leaders in a manufacturing environment
* A flexible approach to days/hours working
* C£45,000 - £50,000pa (Pro rata), bonus and benefits
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This role will primarily be based at the Hinckley site but will support a second, local site also.
If you’re a HR professional who enjoys being close to the business, isn’t afraid of a challenge, and wants to make a real difference on site, we’d love to hear from you.
For more information, please send your CV via the link provided or contact one of the team at Alchem Partners