HR Officer

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ELLAND, United Kingdom

At Solina, our community of close to 5,000 people share a passion for food and live our entrepreneurial culture.

We design customised savoury solutions for our clients operating in the food industry, food service, butchery and nutrition markets. With sustainability at the heart of our business model, we aim to produce food that is good in every sense of the word: delicious, nourishing, affordable, sustainable and convenient.

Solina is a fast‑growing business, with around 50 production sites and R&D laboratories present in more than 19 countries mainly in Europe and North America.

By constantly rethinking culinary solutions, we make food matter for people and the planet.

If you're ready for a new adventure in a dynamic, expanding, passionate, international company, join us.

Are you a passionate HR Professional looking for your next challenge? We are looking for a value driven, self‑starter who has a proven track record in a fast‑paced HR team.

• To provide first line generalist HR advice and support on all employee relations matters including terms and conditions of employment, HR policies and procedures, with a view to resolving matters on advice. (Liaison with legal teams to ensure compliance)
• To build an effective working relationship with team members at all levels, providing advice and guidance on HR related issues to support understanding of HR policies and procedures and ensure effective communication of good HR practice.
• To coach managers/leaders to help develop their people management skills as required role modelling The Solina Way.
• Responsibility for the implementation of all HR policies and procedures ensuring that all HR issues are dealt with within the timescales set out in the procedures.
• Support and advise on disciplinary, grievance, absence, and performance management processes in line with company policies and employment law.
• Liaison with departments to ensure that all HR paperwork is completed and returned, and provide advice on processes as required.
• Responsibility for arranging and attending informal/formal meetings and hearings. Prepare letters, meeting notes, and documentation for HR casework.
• Provide HR and admin support to internal investigating officers in the management of casework; specifically, investigations into conduct, capability and grievance matters.
• Provide advice and guidance on occupational health referrals, absence management issues and return to work cases to managers.
• In liaison with the UK Head of HR, provide advice and guidance on job design, recruitment, onboarding processes, advising on best practice, SUK procedures and appropriate legislation.
• Undertake projects which will support the Solina Blue Chips and improve the effectiveness of HR.

• Collate and check payroll data (hours, overtime, shift premiums, absence, new starters/leavers).
• Liaise with Payroll and Finance teams to ensure accurate and timely monthly submissions.
• Maintain HR systems such as T&A, HRM system and Pulse. Personnel files management in line with GDPR.
• Produce HR reports (headcount, absence, turnover, training stats) for HR Manager and leadership team.
• To ensure effective monitoring of sickness/retention trends and remedial action in accordance with the Company’s policy and to facilitate a proactive approach to absence management.
• Administer employee benefits (pension, life assurance, EAP, staff discounts, long‑service awards).
• Support HR Manager with both HR related internal and external audits.

• Coordinate end‑to‑end recruitment for site‑based and operational roles (advertising, screening, interview scheduling, offers).
• Liaise with recruitment agencies and maintain preferred supplier relationships.
• Deliver an engaging onboarding and induction experience for all new starters, including right‑to‑work checks and pre‑employment screening.
• Support workforce planning and seasonal recruitment activity.

• To support the development of strong communication and feedback channels with all teams and through a…