Senior HR Advisor (UK & Ireland) - Southampton, Hampshire, United Kingdom
hace 17 horas
Newbury
Location - Southampton (with frequent travel to Ipswich, Liverpool & Dublin) Contract - Full Time, 35 hours per week, Permanent Ocean Network Express is looking for an experienced Senior HR Advisor to join our UK & Ireland Agency. This is a fantastic opportunity for a confident HR generalist who thrives on variety, enjoys partnering with stakeholders, and has a strong grounding in employee relations and employment law. You’ll play a key role in delivering high-quality, commercially focused HR support across the full employee lifecycle, while also contributing to strategic HR priorities and continuous improvement projects. This role is Southampton-based, with regular travel to support teams in Ipswich, Liverpool and Dublin, so flexibility is essential. * Provide expert HR guidance and support to employees and managers across the UK & IE business * Lead on complex employee relations cases including disciplinaries, grievances and absence management * Support recruitment activity and help attract and secure top talent * Identify learning and development needs and deliver internal training sessions * Assist the Head of HR in delivering strategic priorities including D&I and transformation initiatives * Use HR data, KPIs and management information to influence business decisions * Deputise for the Head of HR when required and provide cover for the HR Coordinator Essential: * CIPD Level 5 qualification (or degree-level equivalent) * Significant experience in a generalist HR advisory role * Strong knowledge of UK & Irish employment law and HR best practice * Proven ability to manage complex employee relations issues * Commercial and strategic mindset Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills * Strong attention to detail and ability to prioritise under pressure * Customer focus and business awareness * Problem-solving and sound decision-making * Performance management experience * Teamwork and collaboration across multiple sites * Innovation and continuous improvement mindset Why Join ONE? At Ocean Network Express, we’re passionate about delivering world-class service and driving digital innovation within the global shipping industry. You’ll join a supportive and forward-thinking team, gain valuable experience within a leading global business, and contribute to our continued success in customer excellence and operational efficiency. * Membership of the Company’s Group Pension Plan, into which the Company will contribute up to 10% of basic salary. * 25 days holiday excluding bank holidays * Death in Service Benefit (x8 annual salary) * Employee Assistance Programme, with free independent confidential support and virtual GP services * Interest free annual travel season ticket loan * Annual Medical Health check * Annual eye test and contribution towards glasses for VDU prescriptions * Online employee discount platform including retail, health, leisure, motor and more plus Cycle to work, Taste Card * Loyalty Award Scheme Apply now by submitting your CV below. The closing date for this role is Tuesday 31st March 2026.