Advisor, HR​/Recruitment, Talent Manager

People Advisor
6-Month Fixed-Term Contract
Leicester
Monday to Friday, 08 00
£36,000

About the Role

We are seeking a proactive and confident People Advisor to join a manufacturing site in Leicester on a six-month fixed-term contract.

This is a hands-on, generalist HR position where no two days are alike. You will be instrumental in supporting managers and employees throughout the entire employee lifecycle, offering practical advice, managing employee relations cases, and contributing to both site-specific and group-wide people initiatives.

If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy balancing operational HR support with project delivery, this role offers an excellent opportunity to advance your career.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide clear, practical HR advice to line managers, ensuring consistent and fair application of policies
• Manage and support employee relations cases, including disciplinary and grievance procedures
• Serve as the first point of contact for day-to-day HR queries from managers and employees
• Support the delivery of group-wide initiatives such as learning and development, recruitment campaigns, and payroll updates
• Contribute to people-focused projects across the site
• Identify and promote continuous improvement in HR processes and ways of working

About You

• CIPD Level 3 qualified (or working towards) or equivalent practical HR experience
• Proven experience in employee relations and independently managing casework
• Confident in building relationships and coaching managers on people-related matters
• Highly organised with the ability to manage a varied workload in a busy, site-based environment
• Proficient in HR systems and Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Outlook

What s in It for You?

• A supportive and inclusive work environment that values diversity
• Opportunities to develop your HR expertise across a broad range of responsibilities
• Exposure to both operational and strategic HR initiatives
• Competitive salary and standard working hours to support work-life balance