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HR Generalist

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Role: HR Generalist
Salary Range: £32,000 - £36,000 PA (DOE)
Job Type: Permanent/37.5 hours a week
Location: Burton Upon Trent (On site)
Become a part of our dynamic and innovative team at Werner UK!
Are you seeking an exciting career opportunity with the world's largest and most well-known ladders, storage, and access equipment brands? Our market-leading products and brands are widely used on job sites across the globe.
We are seeking team players who are passionate about their careers and eager to contribute to the growth of our organization.
At Werner UK, we prioritize teamwork, integrity, customer focus, and continuous innovation, and we consider our people to be our most valuable asset. If you want to be a part of our success, we would love to hear from you.
Presently this position is onsite for collaboration, teamwork, and business needs. The status and minimum in-office requirements are subject to change based on evolving business needs.
We are seeking a hands-on and service-oriented HR Generalist to join our UK HR team based in Burton upon Trent. In this role, you will provide day-to-day HR support across the business, ensuring the effective delivery of core HR processes and contributing to business continuity in a fast-paced environment.
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You will work closely with the Head of HR and UK leadership team, supporting both operational activities and ongoing HR initiatives.
HR Operations & Administration
- Manage employee lifecycle administration (contracts, changes, leavers)
- Maintain HR systems and ensure data accuracy, including reporting
- Support payroll coordination (inputs, checks, queries)
- Maintain employee records in line with company and legal requirements
Recruitment & Onboarding
- Support recruitment processes, including job postings and interview coordination
- Prepare contracts and offer documentation
- Coordinate onboarding and ensure a smooth employee experience
Employee Relations Support
- Act as first point of contact for HR queries from managers and employees
- Support day-to-day employee relations matters under guidance
- Prepare HR documentation (letters, notes, summaries)
- Ensure timely and consistent HR responses


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HR Service Delivery
- Support the rollout and use of HR service tools such as AskHR
- Track and follow up on HR requests to ensure timely completion
- Contribute to improving HR responsiveness and service visibility
Business Support
- Provide on-site HR support to Burton and wider UK operations
- Work closely with site leadership on HR topics
- Support HR projects (engagement surveys, compliance, etc.)
Qualifications & Experience
- Previous experience in an HR Administrator or HR Assistant role
- Good understanding of UK HR processes and employment basics
- Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (preferred)
- CIPD Level 3 (or working towards) is an advantage
- Equivalent experience in HR support roles will also be considered
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