Senior HR Advisor

HR Advisor

Location: Dover (hybrid working available after training)
Start: ASAP
Contract: Temporary assignment for 3-months, but there is potential for this to develop into a temp-to-perm opportunity, depending on performance.

We are recruiting an experienced HR Advisor for a newly created role to support the business during a period of significant growth. This is a hands-on, ER-focused contract role requiring someone confident stepping into a fast-paced environment and adding value immediately.

The Role

This position will provide operational HR support with a strong emphasis on Employee Relations, supporting managers and senior leaders across the business and managing cases through to tribunal where required.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide proactive HR and ER advice to managers and senior stakeholders
• Independently manage Employee Relations cases up to and including tribunal level
• Ensure compliance with UK employment legislation and internal policies
• Support day-to-day HR operations during a period of business growth

Candidate Profile

• CIPD Level 5 qualified (or equivalent experience)
• Strong Employee Relations background with proven experience managing high volumes of ER cases, including complex cases at senior level, up to and including tribunal
• Experience working within an industrial, manufacturing, production or construction environment
• Confident, pragmatic, and able to step into a 3-month contract and operate with minimal supervision
• Strong knowledge of UK employment law

Working Arrangements

• On-site initially
• Hybrid working available once fully trained
• 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday.

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