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ER Advisor (FTC)
ER Advisor (Employee Relations) – Sika
About Sika Sika is a globally leading specialty chemicals company specialising in systems and products for bonding, sealing, damping, reinforcing, and protection in the construction and automotive industries. With subsidiaries in 103 countries and over 400 factories, Sika powers transformative innovation towards environmental sustainability in these critical sectors.
Field-Based ER Advisor in Human Resources
Role Overview
We’re seeking an ER Advisor to join our dynamic Human Resources team, supporting employee relations across our Leeds, Redditch, Preston, and Welwyn Garden City sites. The role requires travel between locations alongside flexible homeworking, as the business demands.
This position is perfect for someone committed to enabling great people decisions, shaping an inclusive culture rooted in Sika’s core values. You’ll manage complex ER cases, upskill managers, and drive commercially focused HR solutions—helping us retain top talent while minimising risk.
Purpose of the Role
- Support people strategies to enhance individual, team, and leadership performance across the HR lifecycle
- Talent acquisition, development, and retention—from hire to retiring well
- Enable a culture that aligns with Sika’s values of innovation, responsibility, and collaboration
Key Responsibilities
- Manage and resolve ER cases effectively, ensuring fairness, consistency, and compliance with:
- Employment legislation
- Sika’s company policies
- Best practice frameworks
- Partner with operational teams to uphold our reputation as a trusted, compliant employer
- Train and coach people managers in ER competencies, building their confidence to handle challenges independently
- Analyse trends, identifying repeat issues and proactive solutions to strengthen manager skills and reduce risk
- Collaborate with HR teams to support:
- Organisational change initiatives
- People-focused business transformations
- Leverage data and insights to drive informed decision-making
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Who We’re Looking For
Qualifications & Experience
- A CIPD Level 5 qualification (or equivalent) in HR/ER is highly prized
- Proven experience in Employee Relations or HR Advisory roles
- Practical experience in managing sensitive/clinical ER cases
Core Skills & Attributes
- Self-starter: Ability to operate with action-oriented autonomy and delegate effectively
- Stakeholder intelligence: Builds trusted, regular relationships across all levels
- Agility in pressure-cooker environments—turning challenges into outcomes
- Innovative mindset: Identifies value-add opportunities and acts with urgency
- Empathy & pragmatism: "Hands-on" problem solver, not a policy purist
- Core to Sika’s ethos: Inclusive leadership with a strong commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DE&I)
The Rewards
A Total Reward Package Designed for Exceptional Talent
- Core Financial Incentives
- Contestive salary, benchmarked against Regional (UK) HR market standards
- Aligned to scope, skills, and local inflation
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Work-Life Balance
- 25 days holiday (rising to 28 days with service) plus bank holidays
- Core working hours: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM (37.5 hrs/week from Monday–Friday)
- Flexi-time for personal effectiveness
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Perks & Benefits
- Choose between:
- Electric/hybrid Company Car Fleet
- A luxury Car Cash Allowance alternative
- 5% employer pension contribution (capped on individual earnings)
- Full private healthcare (family additions available)
- Life insurance covering 5x your annual salary
- Global Income Protection (PHI)
- Long-term support during transition periods: maternity/paternity pay above national avg
- Choose between:
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Employee Discounts:
- Our staff discount platform
- Cycle-to-Work Scheme
- Heightened access to Sika product ranges
The Support Available
Your Team & Culture
- You’ll join a broad spectrum of HR expertise—from high-level strategists to seasoned transactional advisors
- A culture of collaboration and mutual support—trust is reciprocated with autonomy
- HR Hub backing, managing backend processes while freeing you to focus on:
- Advising on complex issues
- Driving major initiatives within your area
Onboarding & Growth
- A dedicated hand-over period (up to 4 weeks) to immerse you in specific business challenges
- Technically, you’ll slot seamlessly into operations—senior colleagues are there to counsel and progress your skillset
Interested? Let’s discuss how you can help shape Sika’s future with us—one relationship at a time.
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