Talent Management

• To support the 2nd Line managers with processes (Appraisals, Performance Reviews and Personal Development Plans).

HR Reporting & KPI Management

• Produce and distribute regular HR metrics and KPI reports.
• Ensure HR reporting is accurate, complete, and delivered within agreed timelines.
• Maintain records to support internal and external reporting requirements.

Immigration & Right to Work Compliance

• Manage Right to Work checks in line with UK immigration legislation and company procedures.
• Maintain accurate records of employee visa status and expiry dates.
• Monitor visa renewal requirements and communicate with employees and managers regarding upcoming actions. Liaise with employees, managers, legal advisers, and external providers on visa and immigration matters as required.
• Assist with audit requests and compliance reporting relating to immigration and Right to Work activities.
• Provide guidance to managers on immigration processes and associated documentation requirements.

Employee Engagement & Wellbeing

• Support employee engagement initiatives and communication activities across the site.
• Assist with employee surveys and action planning activities.
• Promote a positive employee experience and working environment.
• Assist with the recognition of employee achievements and service milestones.
• Support the delivery of local wellbeing initiatives and activities in line with company programmes.
• Promote employee awareness of available wellbeing resources, policies and support services, including the Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).

Payroll & Benefits

• Support the payroll process by ensuring employee data and changes are submitted accurately and on time.
• Liaise with payroll providers and employees to resolve payroll queries.
• Administer local employee benefits and maintain related records.
• Support compensation and benefits processes as required.

Typical Knowledge & Skills

• Experience of working within a ‘best practice’ HR environment, ideally in a manufacturing organisation.
• Proven experience of handling discipline/grievance, recruitment, absence management, employee communication and handling of all day-to-day elements of HR.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, together with an ability to take initiative and demonstrate a proactive approach to managing their work and being part of a small, business-focussed HR team.
• High level of confidentiality required.

Typical Qualifications And Previous Experience

• CIPD Level 5 qualification (or equivalent HR experience).
• Strong knowledge and practical application of UK employment law.
• Experience managing employee relations matters throughout the employee lifecycle.
• Proven experience providing HR advice and support to managers at all levels, including second-line management.
• Strong working knowledge of HR systems and HR data management.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including advanced Excel skills.
• Experience producing, analysing, and presenting HR reports and KPI data.
• Strong problem-solving, organisational, and decision-making capabilities.
• Commercial awareness and a good understanding of business operations.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• High level of integrity, discretion, and confidentiality when handling sensitive information.

Salary Range

£38,000 - £42,000