TYNE & WEAR (Ref 711 ) TEMPORARY until September 2027 (18 Month Contract)

£33,000 – £37,000 depending on experience + 6% bonus paid quarterly plus benefits including hybrid working

We’re delighted to be supporting our client in the recruitment of an HR Advisor to join their HR function on a fixed-term maternity cover contract from late April/early May 2026 through to September 2027. This is an excellent opportunity for an HR professional already working in a generalist capacity who is looking for greater breadth, international exposure, and the chance to take on more responsibility within a growing global organisation.

You’ll be part of a collaborative, well-established team and work closely with an experienced Global HR Director, balancing day-to-day operational HR with involvement in wider people initiatives. The role offers a strong blend of structure and stretch, supporting employees and managers across the UK while also engaging with global colleagues — giving you valuable cross-border insight and experience.

Key Responsibilities

You’ll play a central role in keeping HR operations running smoothly, including:

HR Operations & Policy

• Managing HR administration, employee records and global job descriptions
• Maintaining HR policies and the UK employee handbook
• Overseeing Time & Attendance and producing accurate HR reports

Recruitment & Onboarding

• Coordinating job requisitions, interviews, psychometric assessments and candidate screening
• Managing new starter documentation and the onboarding process
• Supporting managers to implement training schedules for new joiners

Engagement & Development

• Supporting DE&I, wellness and engagement activities
• Contributing to wider HR projects and global programmes, including the Global Employee Exchange

Payroll & Systems

• Preparing payroll amendments i.e starters/leavers/maternity/paternity/SSP and pension updates
• Supporting HR system queries and ensuring data accuracy

Employee Relations & Advice

• Handling day-to-day employee queries and supporting low-level ER matters
• Supporting investigation meetings and taking notes when required
• Ensuring GDPR and employment law compliance

Business Support

• Providing administrative support to UK Board members (travel, expenses, documentation)
• Producing monthly KPIs and ad hoc HR reporting

About You

We’re keen to speak with HR professionals who bring:

• Experience as an HR Advisor or HR Generalist with employee relations experience
• Confident HR systems knowledge and strong Microsoft Office skills
• Excellent attention to detail, organisation and accuracy
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build positive relationships
• Understanding of UK employment law
• Experience supporting payroll data preparation/input and working with an outsourced payroll provider (ADP exposure desirable but not essential)
• Ability to work proactively, independently and manage a varied workload
• CIPD desirable