Overview
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Job Title: HR Advisor
Location: Bodmin
Reports To: HR Business Partner
Department: Human Resources
The HR Advisor is a credible and proactive member of the HR Team, supporting the HR Business Partner in managing day-to-day HR operations. This role delivers an effective and efficient generalist HR advisory service that aligns with best practice, company objectives, and legal requirements. The HR Advisor plays a key role in implementing HR policies and procedures in line with the overall people and business strategy.
Responsibilities
Strategic HR Delivery
* Align with the Group People Strategy and support its implementation at site level.
* Collaborate with specialist functions (Talent & Experience, Learning & Development) to deliver site/area plans.
* Drive key HR metrics including turnover, absence, and retention.
Policies & Procedures
* Apply and promote company policies and procedures with a strong understanding of employment law and HR best practices.
* Educate and support managers in consistent policy application.
Employee Relations
* Partner with site teams to resolve ER cases promptly.
* Manage and advise on capability, conduct, and grievance cases in line with legal and policy standards.
HR Systems & Data
* Maintain accurate employee records and HR systems.
* Handle personal data professionally, ensuring compliance with data protection and confidentiality standards.
Absence Management
* Support and challenge managers to reduce absence levels.
* Manage sickness absence cases and facilitate return-to-work processes.
* Maintain accurate absence documentation and support delivery of absence KPIs.
Ethical Compliance
* Support SEDEX and customer-specific reporting and compliance.
* Assist in preparing for ethical audits to achieve high scores.
Occupational Health
* Manage the Occupational Health diary and coordinate referrals.
* Advise managers on implementing recommendations from health assessments.
Learning & Development
* Ensure 100% compliance with training requirements across legal, technical, and H&S disciplines.
* Align site needs with centrally provided training to maximise development opportunities.
Health, Safety & Environment (HSE)
* Actively support HSE initiatives including Go For Zero campaigns and compliance awareness.
Resource Planning
* Collaborate with operational teams to address staffing gaps.
* Promote apprenticeships and engage with local schools and colleges to build future talent pipelines.
Recruitment & Onboarding
* Partner with hiring managers and Talent Acquisition to ensure effective recruitment.
* Facilitate seamless onboarding processes across People Services, L&D, and hiring managers.
Communication & Leadership
* Champion diversity and inclusion across the site.
* Promote and embed company values at all levels.
* Support effective communication systems and forums (e.g., Works Councils, Engagement Forums).
Engagement & Well-being
* Coordinate and support site engagement activities.
* Lead local well-being events and community/charity partnerships.
General HR Support
* Participate in HR projects and continuous improvement initiatives.
* Attend HR meetings, conferences, and development activities, including travel to other sites.
* Raise and manage HR tickets in line with SLA requirements.
* Provide professional HR advice to support change initiatives.
* Demonstrate financial awareness in HR decisions and practices.
Essential
* Proven experience as an HR Advisor, HR Consultant, or similar role.
* Strong knowledge of employment legislation and HR best practices.
* Experience advising senior staff and working across all levels of the business.
* Hands-on experience with HR systems.
* Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
* Organised, practical, and solution-oriented.
* Flexible and determined with a proactive attitude.
* CIPD qualification (or working towards).
Desirable
* HR experience in the manufacturing and/or food industry.
Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Human Resources
Industries
* Food and Beverage Manufacturing
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