HR Advisor - ER

HR Advisor - ER Leicester - Hybrid working c£38,000 p.a. + benefits

Loom Talent are partnering exclusively with a major player in the wholesale/distribution world to recruit a HR Advisor - ER for their Leicester site. This is a busy, varied role within a busy ER team, supporting an operational workforce of c1200 employees - perfect if you enjoy being right at the heart of employee relations and problem solving.

This role is an initial 6 month FTC with the potential of extension.

What you will be doing

You will sit as part of a HR team and be a true ER Specialist, where you'll be the first port of call for managers across the business.

Day-to-day, you'll be:

• Providing consistent and practical advice on complex ER matters - disciplinary, grievance, gross misconduct, absence, performance etc
• Guiding managers through investigations and appeals, ensuring all documentation is spot on and coaching on best practise.
• Leading on sickness absence management: attending meetings, preparing letters, advising on occupational health referrals
• Coaching managers on policy, best practice and soft skills people management
• Ensuring ER cases are managed in line with company policies, escalating complex issues where needed
• Advising on terms & conditions, policy interpretation and probation reviews
• Maintaining accurate ER records, casework databases and reporting on trends
• Building strong working relationships across the business, acting as a credible and trusted ER partner
• Supporting wider HR/ER work including transformation and change projects

What they would like from you

• Experience in ER case management with confidence advising managers independently and being the decision maker in the meeting where needed
• Strong understanding of employment law, process and policy
• Experience in a blue collar work environment
• Ability to commit to 6 months initially

Why this role is great

It's ideal for someone who loves variety, autonomy and being close to the operation. If you're an ER Advisor wanting a busy, rounded role where you'll genuinely add value - this could be a brilliant fit.