As an HR Advisor in the FMCG sector, based in Manchester, you'll play a key role in supporting the day-to-day HR operations. You'll work closely with teams across the organisation to ensure smooth HR processes and provide expert advice on a variety of HR matters.

Client Details

This role is with a company in the FMCG industry located in Manchester.

Description

• Provide practical and commercially focused guidance to managers on employee relations matters, performance management, and the consistent application of people policies.
• Support and coach managers in handling disciplinary, grievance, capability, and conduct issues in line with company policies and employment legislation.
• Offer clear recommendations and constructive challenge to support fair, consistent, and business-focused people decisions.
• Assist managers in managing short- and long-term absence cases, identifying trends and ensuring appropriate action is taken.
• Support the delivery of people-related projects, initiatives, and strategic priorities across the business.
• Contribute to organisational design, workforce planning, restructures, and organisational change activities.
• Lead or support employee engagement, diversity and inclusion, wellbeing, and culture initiatives.
• Coordinate key employee lifecycle processes, including onboarding, performance reviews, development discussions, and exit processes.
• Review, maintain, and update people policies and procedures in line with legislative and organisational requirements.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of employment legislation and ensure compliance across all business operations.
• Partner with hiring managers to support recruitment activities and ensure compliance with right-to-work and employment requirements.
• Analyse workforce data, trends, and people metrics to provide insights and recommendations that support business decision-making.
• Identify management development needs and create practical guidance, resources, and training materials to enhance capability.
• Lead annual people processes, including employee engagement surveys, performance review cycles, salary benchmarking, and remuneration reviews.
• Conduct exit interviews, identify recurring themes, and recommend actions to improve employee retention and engagement.
• Liaise with payroll and external providers to support the accurate administration of pay, benefits, and reward processes.
• Drive continuous improvement by identifying and implementing enhancements to people processes, systems, and employee experiences.
• Undertake any other duties reasonably required and commensurate with the level of the role.

Profile

Experience

• Minimum 5 years' experience in a generalist HR/People Advisory role.
• Proven experience managing employee relations cases, including disciplinary, grievance, capability, and absence matters.
• Experience supporting organisational change initiatives and people projects.
• Experience coaching managers and delivering training.

Knowledge & Qualifications

• CIPD Level 5 (or equivalent knowledge and practical experience).
• Strong understanding of UK employment law and its practical application.
• Proficient in HR systems and Microsoft 365, with the ability to analyse data and produce reports.

Skills & Behaviours

• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Able to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities independently.
• Sound judgement and problem-solving skills, providing practical and balanced solutions.
• High attention to detail and understanding of the business impact of people decisions.
• Proactive approach to identifying issues and recommending appropriate actions.

Desirable

• Experience supporting international employees and managers, including liaising with external employment law advisors.
• Experience using HR information systems, ideally Bob (HiBob).

Job Offer

• Permanent position based in Manchester.
• Salary dependent on the level of experience.
• Opportunities for professional development and growth.
• Hybrid working on offer, 2 days in office and remainder from home with agile working.
• Wellbeing & Mental Health Initiatives.
• Free Onsite Gym.
• 25 Days Holiday, plus bank holidays and a day off for your birthday!
• An option to buy an additional 5 days off per annum via salary sacrifice.
• Enhanced Family Friendly Leave.
• Company Pension scheme.
• Cycle 2 Work Scheme.

If you're interested in this role, apply now.

People are at the heart of Michael Page. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment. As an inclusive recruiter we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and experiences. If you require any adjustments or accommodations during the recruitment process, we'll work with you to ensure you can perform at your best.