Human Resources Advisor

Our client specialises in international freight forwarding, shipping, warehousing, customs clearance, storage, and logistics.

They are a fast-growing business with integrity, quality & positivity at the heart of everything they do. They have invested in people & their overall success is a combined effort. They strive to provide opportunities for all employees to learn, grow and achieve.

If you have a passion for logistics & customer experience, please read on!

Based around the Heathrow area, our client is looking for someone to grow with the company and eventually become the HR manager.

Hours are Mon to Fri 0830-17.30

Duties Include:

Responsible for partnering with assigned business areas, providing HR advice and day to day support. Working independently and taking responsibility for decisions in line with UK employment law.

Provide a dedicated HR service to assigned business areas regarding all employee relation issues:

Disciplinary and grievance - carry out investigations and hearings including preparation of paperwork, collation of evidence and notetaking.

Redundancy/Restructures - support consultation processes.

Absence Management - liaise with staff and managers regarding any queries relating to sickness and absence and to assist with health review meetings (RTW), obtain medical reports and notify staff of any changes to their Sick pay arrangements.

Performance management - advise managers on people management issues.

Probation reviews - ensure managers are provided with relevant documentation and updated accordingly.

Key Skills:

Proven work experience as an HR Advisor or similar role within a busy HR department

HR experience in retail or FMCG companies with high levels of change and pace

CIPD qualified - at least Level 5 or equivalent

University Degree or equivalent

Knowledge of UK employment law

Previous experience of using HR systems is essential

Good working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel is essential

Strong English written and verbal communication skills

Ability to manage and prioritise a high-volume workload in a fast-paced environment

Strong inter-personal skills combined with requirement to ensure confidentiality when appropriate is essential

Must be a team player with willingness to help others

Flexible, organised, and calm approach to work

Ability to multi task and prioritize assignments based on urgency

Job Benefits:

Competitive salary

Length of service holiday increase

Remote working

Personal development, courses, training

Promotion opportunities

Company pension

Refer a friend & bonus incentives

Monthly social events