HR Advisor

SGS

  • Ellesmere Port, Cheshire
  • £28,000-30,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 14 days ago
Company DescriptionWe are SGS - the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 99,600 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world. Our brand promise - when you need to be sure - underscores our commitment to trust, integrity and reliability.SGS's HR function supports the UK operation by providing HR advice and guidance to both management and employees, implementing effective HR policies and procedures and driving employee engagement initiatives across our diverse business lines.Job DescriptionROLE OVERVIEW
  • Job Title: HR Advisor
  • Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
  • Location: Ellesmere Port, Cheshire (office based - 1 day per week from home)
  • Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Salary: £28k - £30k (depending on experience), including benefits
  • Industry: HR
The HR Advisor will prepare, process and check high volumes of HR / payroll information on a monthly basis so will need to be a strong administrator with organisational skills gained within a fast-paced environment. In addition, as a HR Advisor you will play an important role in supporting multiple business lines across a number of sites, working closely with managers to ensure consistently fair and pragmatic people management practices are achieved.Responsibilities:
  • Payroll and HRIS administration, including the processing of starters, leavers and contract changes
  • Provide HR guidance to management, via phone, email or in person
  • Implement effective HR policies and procedures
  • Support employee relations such as performance management and disciplinary cases, grievances and sickness absence with input from the occupational health provider
  • Conduct investigations, write reports and attend hearings
QualificationsSKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:The ideal candidate will be a strong and exceptionally well organised Administrator and have proven experience as an HR Advisor and preferably hold or be working towards a CIPD (Level 3) or equivalent.You will have notable experience in employee relations and case work, such as probationary reviews, capability, disciplinary hearings and absence management. In addition, you will be able to demonstrate the following:
  • Proven experience in a high-volume administrative capacity, possessing strong attention to detail and organisational skills
  • Ability to support across multi-sites and multi-disciplines, as well as providing evidence of dealing with high volume in a fast-paced environment
  • Proficiency in HR software and systems
  • Knowledge of employment laws and regulations
  • Strong understanding of employee relations and case management
  • Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
  • Hold a valid Driving License for use in the UK (ad hoc travel to national sites is required)
Additional InformationAt SGS, we believe in rewarding our employees for their hard work and commitment. As part of our team, you would be eligible for:
  • Performance related bonus (discretionary and subject to eligibility criteria)
  • Private medical cover (subject to eligibility criteria)
  • Competitive pension scheme + Life Assurance
  • Generous Annual Leave allowance (increasing with service) plus bank holidays
  • An additional day off for your birthday
  • Retailer Discounts
  • Enhanced maternity/paternity and adoption pay
  • Length of Service Awards
  • Christmas Vouchers
  • Health & Wellbeing initiatives
  • Discounted Gym Membership
SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristics protected by law.APPLY NOW for full consideration, if you are selected for an interview, or further consideration, we will be in touch with you directly.

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