- North Manchester - Hybrid, 3 days per week in the office, with monthly travel to one of the organisation's Southern sites
- Full-Time, Permanent
- Up to £38,000 per annum, plus package (travel covered)
- Must have a full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
- Heavy engineering sector
We’re looking for a proactive and experienced HR Assistant or Advisor to deliver a comprehensive, generalist HR service across a dynamic multi-site organisation. This role partners closely with managers and employees, providing pragmatic, solutions-focused advice across the full employee lifecycle.
You’ll play a key role in supporting operational teams, ensuring consistent HR practices, and helping drive a positive and high-performing workplace culture.
- Partner with senior stakeholders to provide HR support across a designated site
- Provide expert HR advice on employee relations, performance, and absence
- Support investigations, meetings, and HR casework
- Deliver end-to-end recruitment and onboarding processes
- Manage probation reviews and contractual changes
- Advise on family-friendly policies and employee entitlements
- Maintain accurate HR systems and employee records
- Support HR training initiatives and manager capability
- Full driving licence and access to a vehicle
- Confident influencing and building relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders
- Previous experience in a generalist HR Admin, Assistant, or Advisor role
- CIPD Level 3 or Level 5 (or working towards) – preferred but not essential
- Strong knowledge of UK employment law
- Excellent organisational and prioritisation skills
- Strong attention to detail and analytical ability
- Ability to work independently and take ownership of workload
- Commitment to continuous professional development
The Role
About You
You’ll be a confident and organised HR professional with strong communication skills and a proactive approach.
This is not a role where you'll be limited to one area of HR. You'll gain exposure across the full employee lifecycle, partner with a range of stakeholders, and be involved in day-to-day operational HR challenges. It's a demanding but highly rewarding opportunity for someone looking to learn quickly, develop their expertise, and take the next step in their HR career.
To apply or learn more, please send your CV to [email protected], quoting reference PR/010516, or apply directly via the advert.
