HR Advisor (updated to part time)

*EDITED previous advert - now PART TIME and including H&S compliance admin*An established Hitchin manufacturing firm is seeking an accomplished HR Advisor. This standalone role offers the opportunity to provide HR support to the business and it's people ensuring ER and H&S legislation is adhered to and compliant. The workforce comprises approximately 55 employees, with a mix of 25% commercial and 75% manual workers.This position is mostly office based in Hitchin SG5, with option for 1 day wfh. Suggested hours apx 25 per week, with days/hours open to conversation to suit you. Key Responsibilities:Ensure fair, transparent, and legally compliant HR practicesSupport the business in mitigating employment risks by ensuring adherence to current legislation and best practicesMaintain and update HR policies, procedures, and employee handbooksProvide professional HR advice and guidance to managers on staff development, performance management, salary reviews, employee relations, and change management initiativesManage the end-to-end recruitment process, ensuring equality, fairness, and compliance with employment lawOversee absence management processes, including return-to-work interviews and occupational health referralsPromote and maintain HR practices that align with the company culture and valuesCoordinate and administer Health and Safety activities in collaboration with the senior management team and boardProvide HR-related data to Finance for the payroll process for hourly-paid staffUndertake additional HR tasks and projects as requested.Carry out all related HR AdminMaintaining valid certification, liciences and insurance records, tracking expiry dates and ensuring correct documents are visible and available for audit and compliance purposes.As our ideal HR Advisor for this role, you will essentially bring:A CIPD Postgraduate Qualification (Level 3 or above) or be well qualified by experienceMinimum of 2 years' proven generalist HR experience, including post-qualification advisory responsibilityExperience supporting senior management with HR guidanceProven working knowledge of current and pending employment lawExcellent communication skills both written and verbalStrong project management skillsGood IT proficiency with a sound understanding of email, Word, Excel, and databasesExcellent interpersonal skills with the ability to discuss complex HR issues at both management and staff levelsExperience of maintaining and checking validity of documentationBe comfortable working independently as a standalone HR professionalAdditional attributes would be desirable:Previous HR experience within a manufacturing or industrial environmentFamiliarity with factory/business Health & Safety procedures and liciences Experience with Moorepay or similar HRM/ Payroll systemIOSH qualificationSome additional points to note:Willingness to travel occasionally for business if requiredThis position is coming available August 2025Benefits:The salary for this role is between £35-40,000 full time (39hrs fte) Part time salary will be pro rata this depending on contractual hours agreed.Pro rata annual leave. FTE 23 days annual leave per annum, plus Bank HolidaysAnnual shutdown during the Christmas period with any working days not covered by Statutory Bank Holiday paid forAuto Enrolment Pension SchemeLife Assurance Benefit schemeFree parking at Hitchin Please Note: This is a well-rounded and autonomous HR role, best suited to someone who enjoys hands-on work and values stability over upward progression.

Created: 2025-07-23