HR Advisor / Generalist (Standalone) Derby up to £38,000 + Benefits 4 Days On-Site, 1 Day HomeAre you an experienced HR professional who enjoys the independence of a standalone role?Our client is looking for a proactive, down-to-earth HR Generalist to lead the people function at their Derby site. Reporting to the Head of HR, you will be the "go-to" person on the ground, supporting a dedicated workforce in the Rail industry. This is a role for someone who loves variety; one hour you might be coaching a manager through a performance matter, and the next you might be driving a project to improve staff engagement.The Role You will have true ownership of the HR lifecycle here. We aren t looking for someone to just process paperwork; we want a partner who can: Support Managers: Act as a trusted advisor on day-to-day people matters, from wellbeing and attendance to conduct and performance. Improve the Journey: Take charge of the new starter experience, making sure every person joining the team feels welcome and prepared from day one. Use Data for Good: Keep people data (HRIS) accurate and use it to spot trends, like identifying opportunities to improve retention or support mental health. Drive Projects: Work with the Head of HR on meaningful initiatives, such as system updates, training programmes, or culture-building activities. What we are looking for: A People Person: You have high emotional intelligence and can build rapport with everyone, from the engineering teams to senior