HR Advisor

Location: Chadderton (with occasional travel to Manchester)Salary: Competitive, based on experienceEmployment Type: Full-time, office-based

Overview

An award-winning organisation within the technical and engineering sector is continuing its rapid expansion and is looking for an experienced HR Advisor to join their established HR function. With a strong pipeline of UK and international work, this is an excellent opportunity for a driven HR professional to join a growing, forward-thinking business.

Reporting to the HR Manager, the HR Advisor will provide generalist HR support across the organisation while taking a key role in ensuring smooth and effective recruitment processes. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, hands-on environment and enjoys building strong relationships across all levels.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as a key point of contact for managers, providing best-practice advice on employee relations issues including disciplinary, capability, and absence management.
• Draft, review, and update HR policies to ensure compliance with current legislation.
• Provide guidance to line managers and employees on HR policies, procedures, and employment law.
• Deliver day-to-day HR administrative and operational support across the function.
• Support the full recruitment and onboarding lifecycle.
• Maintain accurate absence data and prepare absence reports for payroll.
• Use the ADP HR system to input, update, and compile HR data.
• Contribute to wider HR projects as required.

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience in a generalist HR role, delivering advisory-level support.
• CIPD qualification (or currently studying). Equivalent experience will also be considered.
• Confident user of HR systems.
• Strong understanding of current UK employment legislation.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to build strong stakeholder relationships.
• Highly organised, able to work independently, and comfortable in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate work.
• High level of discretion, professionalism, and respect for confidentiality.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a car (occasional travel to Manchester required).