Advisor, HR​/Recruitment, HR Generalist ​/ Talent Management

Job Location: Ribble HQ, Preston (PR5 8AS
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Working Pattern: Full-time, onsite. Occasional travel to other Ribble sites may be required.

Contract: Permanent

Established in 1897, Ribble is one of the UK's leading premium bike brands, with a proud heritage of innovation, performance and design excellence. From our base in Preston, we design and hand-build award-winning bikes that inspire riders across the UK and around the world. For well over a century, cycling has been at the heart of what we do. It's about more than bikes – it's about creating experiences, enabling adventures and bringing people together through the love of riding.

Today, our team carries that legacy forward, blending craftsmanship with cutting-edge technology to deliver products that set the standard for quality and performance. With ambitious plans for the future, it's an exciting time to join Ribble. We're building a world-class team of talented people who put the customer at the heart of everything we do and want to play their part in shaping the next chapter of our story.

We're looking for an enthusiastic and people-focused People Advisor to join our growing team. This is a hands-on role covering the full employee lifecycle, supporting colleagues and giving managers the confidence to tackle day-to-day People matters.

You'll provide practical advice, take ownership of key activities and help us deliver a positive, consistent experience for every colleague. Working closely with the People Operations Manager, you'll have the freedom to manage your workload, with expert guidance on hand for the more complex issues.

No two days are the same. You'll get involved in everything from recruitment and onboarding to engagement initiatives and policy improvements, with plenty of opportunity to learn and broaden your expertise. A big part of your focus will be supporting our retail teams as they grow, ensuring they have the right people and the right support to thrive.

This role is perfect if you've built a solid HR foundation and are ready to take the next step into a broader advisory position - or if you're an experienced Advisor looking for more variety and scope.

Employee Relations
Act as the first point of contact for day-to-day People matters, providing practical advice and ensuring issues are managed fairly and in line with policy. Support managers across areas such as attendance, performance, probation and flexible working, escalating more complex cases when needed.

Recruitment & Onboarding
Manage end-to-end recruitment activity, from drafting job descriptions to coordinating interviews and candidate communication. Oversee onboarding processes – contracts, compliance checks and induction – to deliver a smooth and positive new starter experience.

People Administration & Systems
Maintain accurate employee records and documentation, ensuring GDPR compliance and timely payroll input. Prepare employment contracts and changes, and use HR systems and digital tools effectively to streamline processes and support decision-making through reporting.

Employee Experience & Engagement
Help deliver engagement initiatives, wellbeing activities and recognition programmes. Support internal People communications, coordinate learning and development activity, and carry out exit interviews to gather and share insights.

Policies, Compliance & Continuous Improvement
Contribute to policy reviews and ensure compliance with employment legislation. Champion continuous improvement by spotting practical opportunities to refine processes and support key projects that enhance the colleague experience.

• Experience in a People/HR role, with exposure to supporting managers and a desire to…