We are seeking a People Advisor to join our client who is a leading transport and logistics company based in Trentham on a full-time, permanent basis. The successful candidate will support the People Manager and play a crucial role in delivering the site people plan, managing employee relations, and driving engagement initiatives.
Day-to-day of the role:
- Ensure the provision of a high-quality People service to all stakeholders at the site.
- Support the People Manager and the wider team in delivering the site people plan.
- Develop effective relationships with and support the management team with ER casework, providing generalist support and advice, ensuring all company policies and procedures are adhered to.
- Support large-scale change projects and maintain excellent relationships with the on-site employee forum.
- Play an active role in absence control and retention ensuring contractual KPIs are achieved and maintained.
- Proactively facilitate and champion employee engagement, Diversity & Inclusion, and communications initiatives across the site.
- Work collaboratively with, jointly line managing and developing a small team of People Assistants.
- Produce and report key people data and metrics to senior and customer stakeholders.
- Minute take and provide first line ER advice to management in meetings, such as disciplinaries, investigations, grievances, suspension cases, etc.
- Support the Site People Manager to ensure relevant management training is identified, sourced, and delivered, promoting a culture of learning and development across the site.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Demonstrable experience dealing with complex ER issues in a fast-paced environment.
- CIPD qualification is ideal, however, opportunities for personal learning and development are available within this role.
- Ability to apply high levels of common sense and logic to often delicate and complicated situations.
- Comprehensive and up-to-date knowledge of employment law.
- Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal) and the ability to interact with staff at all levels.
- Committed to providing a high-quality and efficient service to support the operation, with a positive and proactive approach.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary.
- Opportunities for personal and professional development.
- Supportive and dynamic work environment.
To apply for the People Advisor position, please submit your CV detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this position.