Ipswich
About the Company We are seeking a proactive and professional HR Advisor to deliver high quality generalist HR support to our client organisation. This role plays a key part in ensuring HR practices reflect the client's core values, support a positive and inclusive working environment, and remain fully compliant with UK employment legislation. Working closely with managers and employees, you will act as a trusted HR partner, providing practical, consistent, and commercially sound people advice. Key Responsibilities Employee Relations • Provide expert guidance and support to managers on employee relations matters, including disciplinary, grievance, capability, and performance management., • Coordinate, document, and advise on all types of absence, including sickness and other leave., • Monitor absence trends and support active attendance management across the client organisation., • Coordinate occupational health referrals and health surveillance assessments., • Ensure fair and consistent application of the client's HR policies and procedures., • Manage the off-boarding process, conducting exit interviews and ensuring all required tasks are completed. Recruitment & Onboarding • Support recruitment activity across the client organisation, including:, • Running recruitment campaigns, • Advising managers on recruitment and selection approaches, • Reviewing and updating job descriptions, • Training hiring managers on interview evaluation techniques, • Coordinating interviews and managing offers, • Facilitate effective onboarding and induction processes to ensure new starters feel welcomed and informed., • Monitor and report on key recruitment metrics such as retention, time to fill, and cost per hire. HR Operations • Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records within the HR system., • Monitor, analyse, and report on key HR metrics including employee turnover, voluntary vs involuntary turnover, retention, and internal mobility., • Identify trends and insights from HR data and support action planning to drive continuous improvement., • Ensure all HR trackers and records are maintained accurately., • Support benefits administration, working closely with Payroll and third-party providers., • Support employee communications and engagement initiatives, including noticeboards, the DAISY Award, newsletters, and employee surveys. Learning & Development • Assist in identifying training needs and coordinating development initiatives for the client., • Support the Head of HR in strengthening line manager capability through the delivery of people management workshops., • Support managers in implementing and reviewing personal development plans. Policy & Compliance • Review, update, and maintain HR policies in line with current employment legislation., • Ensure employees understand policies through onboarding, training, and accessible documentation., • Monitor policy acknowledgement rates in line with agreed KPIs., • Identify potential compliance risks and recommend preventative actions., • Promote a safe, inclusive, and respectful workplace culture. Qualifications & Experience • CIPD Level 3 (or working towards) or equivalent experience in a Fast paced environment, • Proven experience in a generalist HR role, • Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice, • Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to think critically and take initiative Working Hours Monday to Friday ~ 37.5 hours ~ Onsite 5 days a week If you are interested, please apply below, alternatively, contact Angus on 01780 480530 or
