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.
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.
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
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
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