Company description:
Over the past few years, LKQ Euro Car Parts has developed into something that is much more than the leading distributor of car and LCV parts. While we continue to focus on our customers across our three key markets (trade, retail and collision), stocking over 100,000 different parts and operating from 280 branches across the UK and the Republic of Ireland, our key focus is on our colleagues – we recognize that our people are our greatest asset.
We currently employ over 9,000 colleagues; from logistics and supply chain, to indoor or field based sales, or finance and legal, to marketing, communications and HR - the world really is your oyster when you work for LKQ Euro Car Parts.
As part of LKQ Europe and wider LKQ Corporation, a Fortune 500 company and market leader, there are ample opportunities for ambitious individuals to flourish and grow; both personally and professionally.
Developing our people is part of our core values at LKQ Euro Car Parts; you don't just get a job, you get a career when you work with us. Our teams are committed to championing your success, because when you deliver great, so do we.
Job description:
Job Overview
As our HR Advisor, you'll be a key player in the South Division, working closely with our HR Business Partner (HRBP) to support on all things employee relations. You'll report directly to the Divisional HR Business Partner (DHRBP), ensuring you have the guidance and support you need. This is a home-based role, but you'll need to visit our branches occasionally, so ideally, you'll be located within the South Division (South of Birmingham)
Why work for LKQ
We are a people-first organisation—our customers are central to everything we do, and we prioritise our colleagues just as much. We believe in flexible working options and are dedicated to supporting a healthy work-life balance. We're seeking individuals who are passionate about their work, committed to delivering excellence, and driven to excel in their roles. We aim to support all our employees in their unique career paths, helping them thrive within our business.
Key Responsibilities
- Apply your generalist HR knowledge and skills when collaborating with the wider HR Team and Senior Management to support HR processes, including disciplinaries, grievances, sickness, attrition rates, and colleague reviews.
- Stay informed about company metrics to identify the root causes of HR issues and implement best practices.
- Assist in the colleague review process and ensure compliance with reporting requirements.
- Promote best onboarding practices within the business, supporting divisional management teams.
- Collaborate with the wider HR team to maintain a robust and effective induction program for new employees.
- Work with the HR team to support an in-house training framework aligned with E-Learning and internal succession plans.
- Assist the Payroll team in resolving relevant queries from the Branch Network.
- Serve as the gatekeeper of our internal HR system.
Skills and Experience
- Motivation to pursue a CIPD Level 3 qualification.
- Proficiency in MS Office tools (Outlook, Excel).
- Basic HR knowledge.
What we offer
- Annual bonus
- Enhanced parental benefits
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Pension plan
- 25 days of annual leave
- Hapi-benefits (retail discounts)
- Staff discounts