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Job Title: HR Advisor
Location: Kington, Herefordshire, HR5
Hours: 20 per week (working pattern to be mutually agreed)
Salary: £20,385.00 (20hrs)
Previous Applicants Need Not Apply
Applicants must have the right to work in the UK
An opportunity has arisen for an experienced HR Advisor. This varied hands-on generalist role will be office-based in our factory unit/head office in Kington, working for a well-known and well-respected electrical installation company employing circa 55 employees. The company manufactures electrical control systems for the process industry and specialises in the installation of LV and ELV electrical systems within the construction industry, mainly for the water and wastewater sector.
Reporting to the Managing Director, the HR Advisor will provide day-to-day HR support and guidance to the Company across a varied range of activities.
Essential Requirements
* CIPD qualified to Associate level (level 5) or higher
* Minimum 2 years recent generalist HR experience preferably in a UK SME
* Employee relations experience
* Demonstrate up-to-date knowledge of UK Employment Law and HR best practice
* Ability to work autonomously, maintain own diary and effectively prioritise own workload
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build effective relationships
* Successful candidate must easily and reliably commute or plan to relocate
* Visa sponsorship not offered; applicants must have the permanent Right to Work in the UK
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Promote, advise on and ensure compliance with HR Policies to ensure consistency
Provide advice and guidance to managers on employee relation issues including performance, absence management, capability, disciplinary, grievance
Work proactively to ensure sickness absence is effectively managed by working with managers to ensure a timely and appropriate return to work
Respond in a timely manner to all internal and external communication and correspondence in accordance with the Communication Policy
Process new starters and leavers efficiently
Manage the end-to-end recruitment process from placing vacancy adverts through to onboarding new starters, including delivery of full Company induction
Draft and issue letters and other relevant documentation to employees, including offer letters and Contracts of Employment within employment law timelines
Advise managers of probationary review dates and draft relevant outcome letters
Support management in the implementation of Key Performance Indicator reviews for all employees
Maintain employee personal files (e-file and hard copy) in accordance with GDPR
Continuously review policies within the Employee Handbook and Sub-Contractor Handbook ensuring they meet Company needs and are fit for purpose
Collaborate with relevant colleges regarding Apprentices and the apprenticeship journey, and manage the Digital Apprenticeship Service (DAS) account
maintain the fleet tracker software in alignment with Monday software
Interpret weekly speeding reports and inform managers of speeding violations
Actively participate in the Company Improvement Plan to foster and promote a positive attitude toward Company objectives
Attend and take notes at formal meetings and raise appropriate outcome letters
Continuously evaluate and develop HR initiatives and processes to improve efficiency
Promote a culture of employee wellbeing and workplace wellness
Analyse HR data to identify trends and make data-driven recommendations
Conduct six-monthly driving licence and vehicle insurance claims checks
Annually update Death in Service information for submission to insurers
Assist with audits as required
Share and transfer own skills and knowledge to enhance the learning of others
Benefits
Annual bonus depending on personal and company performance
30 days paid holiday including 8 statutory holidays plus additional holiday after 3 years continuous service (up to 33 days), pro rata based on hours
Enhanced maternity/paternity pay
Death in Service benefit (up to age 65)
Cycle to Work Scheme
Contributory Pension
Free on-site parking
Free Company branded clothing available
Additional Information
Successful candidate will be subject to full pre-employment screening checks, including references and Right to Work verification
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