Job Description
Employee Relations Advisor
6 Month FTC initially paying up to £38,000
Location: Plymouth, on-site 4.5 days per week.
Hours of Work: Monday - Thursday 07:30 - 16:30, Friday 07:30 - 12:30 (there may be slight flexibility on start/ finish times)
Are you an experienced HR professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment? Do you have a passion for fostering positive working relationships and helping managers get the best from their teams? If so, we'd love to hear from you.
We're looking for an Employee Relations Advisor to play a key role in supporting several manufacturing sites. You'll be the go-to expert for employee relations, working closely with managers to address concerns, manage cases, and ensure fair, consistent, and legally compliant outcomes.
This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact on culture, engagement, and the overall employee experience.
What you'll be doing
* Leading on all aspects of employee relations including grievances, disciplinaries, disputes, performance, and absence management.
* Providing clear, confident, and expert case management advice - ensuring fair decisions and compliance with employment law and company policy.
* Partnering with managers and the wider HR team to support employee engagement initiatives and promote a positive, supportive working environment.
* Using strong communication and mediation skills to resolve conflicts quickly, constructively, and with fairness to all parties.
* Staying up to date with UK employment legislation and ensuring all ER activity is fully compliant.
* Supporting communications with trade unions and employee representatives, building productive and professional relationships.
* Managing the day-to-day employee lifecycle, including promotions, transfers, family leave and exit processes.
* Ensuring accurate maintenance of Personnel Files, in line with UK GDPR and the Company Document Retention Policy.
* Working across different sites in the city, therefore a Driving Licence is required
What we're looking for
* Proven experience in an HR role with a strong emphasis on Employee Relations - ideally within a manufacturing or industrial setting.
* Solid working knowledge of UK employment law and its practical application.
* Excellent communication and influencing skills, with the confidence to handle sensitive conversations professionally.
* Strong problem-solving ability and a proactive approach to resolving issues.
* Highly organised, able to manage multiple priorities without compromising accuracy.
* Confident using Microsoft Office and general HR systems.
* CIPD Level 3 (or relevant experience) is required.
What you'll get
You'll be part of a supportive and collaborative People team where your expertise makes a genuine difference. You'll work closely with managers, contribute to positive cultural change, and support the commitment to fairness, respect, and employee wellbeing.
* On-site parking
* Competitive employee discounts for restaurants, and retail stores
* On-site canteen
* 5 Days Holiday plus bank holidays (Pro-rata)
* Family days
* Refer a friend scheme
Next steps
If you are excited by this role and would like to apply, please contact Michelle on or email