Job Title: HR Advisor
Job Type: Permanent
Work Type: Onsite
Industry: FMCG/Manufacturing
Job Location: Lifton, Devon
Salary - £35,000 to £40,000 per annum
Profile – HR Advisor
Our client is a leading figurehead in the UK food sector, with an unparalleled pedigree dating back to the early 18th century. They are currently seeking a HR Advisor to join the Human Resources team.
Job Role – HR Advisor
Reporting to the HR Manager, the HR Advisor shall partner with managers to deliver pragmatic, legally compliant HR solutions and support a positive, engaged workforce.
Duties – HR Advisor
* Act as a trusted HR Advisor to managers and colleagues on all ER matters, including absence management, performance, disciplinary, grievance, flexible working, and wellbeing.
* Own and manage an end‑to‑end ER caseload for your area, balancing employee wellbeing, legal compliance, and operational priorities.
* Support managers to build confidence and capability through coaching, guidance, and practical people solutions.
* Work closely with Trade Union Representatives to support constructive engagement and effective resolution of site issues.
* Coordinate recruitment and onboarding for site‑based roles, partnering with hiring managers to ensure fair, timely, and high‑quality hiring decisions.
* Use HR systems and people data to produce reports, track KPIs (absence, turnover, retention), and identify trends and improvement opportunities.
* Play an active role in site engagement, communications, and continuous improvement initiatives, including HR GEMBAs and A3 projects.
* Support absence management and Occupational Health activity, driving early intervention, sustainable attendance, and wellbeing outcomes.
* Provide payroll support and ensure accurate processing of changes in line with internal controls and deadlines.
Experience/Qualifications – HR Advisor
* CIPD Level 3 qualified or equivalent experience.
* Previous experience of managing your own ER case load.
* Strong working knowledge of UK employment legislation and employee relations best practice.
Candidates who are currently a HR Administrator, HR Officer, Human Resource Assistant, HR Advisor, Personnel Administrator, HR Officer, Human Resources Advisor and Administrator could be suitable for this position.
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