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HR ADVISOR
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Salford
02/06/2026
NJR16753
Dependent upon experience
02/06/2026
NJR16753
Dependent upon experience
DESCRIPTION
HR Advisor
Salary dependent upon experience plus benefits
Commutable from Salford, Bolton, Leigh, etc
Our client is a leading supplier to the retail sector in the UK, who now have an excellent opportunity for a HR Advisor to join their friendly team.
Role Profile
The HR Advisor supports the day-to-day human resources activities within the warehouse operation, ensuring that HR policies, procedures, and employment legislation are applied effectively. The role partners closely with warehouse management to support employee relations, recruitment, performance management, and workforce planning in a fast-paced operational environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Employee Relations
Provide guidance and support to warehouse managers on disciplinary, grievance, absence, and performance management issues.
Conduct investigations, hearings, and documentation in line with company policies.
Ensure fair and consistent application of HR procedures.
Recruitment & Onboarding
Support recruitment activities for warehouse roles including operatives, supervisors, and team leaders.
Coordinate interviews and selection processes with hiring managers.
Manage onboarding, induction programs, and right-to-work checks.
Workforce Planning
Work with operations managers to forecast staffing requirements based on operational demands and seasonal peaks.
Support agency workforce management where applicable.
Performance & Development
Support performance review processes and employee development initiatives.
Provide coaching and guidance to managers on performance improvement plans.
HR Policy & Compliance
Ensure compliance with employment legislation and company policies.
Maintain accurate employee records and HR documentation.
Support audits and ensure adherence to health, safety, and operational standards.
Employee Engagement
Assist with employee engagement initiatives and communication within the warehouse workforce.
Support employee wellbeing and retention initiatives.
HR Administration & Reporting
Maintain HR systems and employee data.
Produce HR reports on absence, turnover, disciplinary cases, and recruitment metrics.
Skills & Experience
Essential
Previous HR experience in a fast-paced environment (warehouse, logistics, manufacturing, or retail).
Good knowledge of employment law and HR best practices.
Experience managing employee relations cases.
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
Ability to work in a busy operational environment.
Desirable
CIPD Level 5 qualification (or working towards).
Experience working with large operational workforces or shift-based environments.
Experience with HRIS systems.
Key Competencies
Strong interpersonal and influencing skills
Problem solving and decision making
Organisational and time management
Confidentiality and professionalism
Ability to work collaboratively with operational leaders
Apply online or for further information please contact one of our specialist consultants quoting reference number: NJR16753
Salary dependent upon experience plus benefits
Commutable from Salford, Bolton, Leigh, etc
Our client is a leading supplier to the retail sector in the UK, who now have an excellent opportunity for a HR Advisor to join their friendly team.
Role Profile
The HR Advisor supports the day-to-day human resources activities within the warehouse operation, ensuring that HR policies, procedures, and employment legislation are applied effectively. The role partners closely with warehouse management to support employee relations, recruitment, performance management, and workforce planning in a fast-paced operational environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Employee Relations
Provide guidance and support to warehouse managers on disciplinary, grievance, absence, and performance management issues.
Conduct investigations, hearings, and documentation in line with company policies.
Ensure fair and consistent application of HR procedures.
Recruitment & Onboarding
Support recruitment activities for warehouse roles including operatives, supervisors, and team leaders.
Coordinate interviews and selection processes with hiring managers.
Manage onboarding, induction programs, and right-to-work checks.
Workforce Planning
Work with operations managers to forecast staffing requirements based on operational demands and seasonal peaks.
Support agency workforce management where applicable.
Performance & Development
Support performance review processes and employee development initiatives.
Provide coaching and guidance to managers on performance improvement plans.
HR Policy & Compliance
Ensure compliance with employment legislation and company policies.
Maintain accurate employee records and HR documentation.
Support audits and ensure adherence to health, safety, and operational standards.
Employee Engagement
Assist with employee engagement initiatives and communication within the warehouse workforce.
Support employee wellbeing and retention initiatives.
HR Administration & Reporting
Maintain HR systems and employee data.
Produce HR reports on absence, turnover, disciplinary cases, and recruitment metrics.
Skills & Experience
Essential
Previous HR experience in a fast-paced environment (warehouse, logistics, manufacturing, or retail).
Good knowledge of employment law and HR best practices.
Experience managing employee relations cases.
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
Ability to work in a busy operational environment.
Desirable
CIPD Level 5 qualification (or working towards).
Experience working with large operational workforces or shift-based environments.
Experience with HRIS systems.
Key Competencies
Strong interpersonal and influencing skills
Problem solving and decision making
Organisational and time management
Confidentiality and professionalism
Ability to work collaboratively with operational leaders
Apply online or for further information please contact one of our specialist consultants quoting reference number: NJR16753
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