Overview
Standalone HR Advisor Derby £35k
About the Company: A well known fashion business in Derby is entering an exciting period of growth and expansion. To support this, they are creating a brand-new in-house HR function. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced HR professional to take ownership of both HR and Health & Safety within the business.
The Role
As the HR Advisor, you will be the first point of contact for all HR matters, while also overseeing workplace H&S. You’ll work closely with managers and employees across the business, providing expert guidance, ensuring compliance, and driving best practice in both HR and H&S. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who has worked in a standalone HR role, or who is ready to step up into one.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide day-to-day HR support to managers and employees.
* Manage the full employee lifecycle including recruitment, onboarding, contracts, performance reviews, training, and leavers.
* Advise on employee relations issues such as disciplinaries, grievances, and absence management in line with employment law.
* Maintain and update HR policies, procedures, and employee records.
* Support with organisational development, engagement, and retention initiatives.
* Write, review, and implement H&S policies and risk assessments.
* Ensure incidents and accidents are reported, investigated, and actions followed up.
* Liaise with external bodies and regulators where required.
Experience & Qualifications
* Previous HR experience, ideally in a standalone position within an SME.
* CIPD Level 3 qualified (essential), Level 5 or working towards (desirable).
* Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice.
* Experience of disciplinary, grievance, and performance processes.
* Ability to write policies and monitor H&S compliance.
* Excellent communication, organisational, and problem-solving skills.
* Full UK driving license and access to own transport (essential).
Benefits
* Opportunity to shape and own HR & H&S functions.
* £35,000 per year + 28 days holiday.
* Staff discount.
* Free on-site parking.
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