HR Advisor | Leeds or Burton upon Trent - with travel | Hybrid Working | Full Time, Permanent | Up to -40K plus car allowance

Are you an HR professional looking for a role where you can take ownership, build strong relationships with operational managers and make a real impact? Gleeson Recruitment Group is working with a growing, multi-site logistics business to recruit an HR Advisor to support a key operational division. This is a fantastic opportunity for an HR professional who enjoys a fast-paced environment, thrives on autonomy and wants to develop their employee relations expertise.

The Role

Working closely with the Managing Director of the division, you will provide trusted, practical HR advice to managers across a multi-site operation. You''ll manage a varied caseload, support managers in handling people-related challenges and help drive consistency across the business.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Managing employee absence cases, including trigger points and return-to-work processes.
• Supporting performance management cases and advising on appropriate next steps.
• Managing a varied employee relations caseload, providing timely and pragmatic advice.
• Coaching and supporting line managers to build their confidence in handling ER matters.
• Monitoring trends and identifying recurring issues to help inform HR initiatives.
• Building strong relationships with stakeholders across multiple operational sites.
• Providing reliable HR guidance in an evolving employment landscape.

About You

We''re looking for a confident and approachable HR professional who can work independently, build credibility with managers and balance operational priorities with sound HR practice.

You''ll ideally have:

• Experience in an HR Advisor or developing HR advisory role, with exposure to employee relations.
• A good understanding of absence management and performance management processes.
• The confidence to advise and coach line managers on people matters.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage people at all levels.
• A proactive, self-aware approach, knowing when to take ownership and when to seek additional support.
• The ability to thrive in a fast-paced, operational environment.

This could suit an established HR Advisor or an ambitious HR professional ready to take the next step into a more autonomous advisory position.

To apply for the position, please click on the apply now button and your CV will be sent directly to the responsible recruiter. We will respond to successful applicants within 7 days, however please feel free to get in touch if you would like any further information about your application.

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