Human Resources Advisor

Ashley Kate HR Are working with a busy food manufacturing client based in the Northampton area as a HR Advisor for a 12 month FTC. In this role as an HR Advisor, you’ll play a key role in delivering a smooth, efficient, and effective HR service to colleagues and stakeholders across the organisation. You’ll provide clear, professional guidance on all people-related matters, ensuring everything is handled in line with policies, procedures, and employment law. Salary up to £30,000 per annum Full time , FTC onsite 5 days per week – must be flexible to work a twilight shift as and when required which would be a minimum of 1 day per week. Provide advice and support on employee relations matters, ensuring investigations, grievances, and disciplinary processes are carried out fairly and in line with policy and best practice. Advise managers on absence management procedures and support them in review meetings. Take a proactive approach to managing long-term absence, including making referrals to Occupational Health where appropriate. Act as the first point of contact for cases relating to maternity, paternity, adoption, and flexible working. Handle HR administration such as processing new starters, leavers, and contractual changes. Support managers with probationary review processes. Assist with ethical audits and HR-related projects as needed. Respond to day-to-day HR queries via phone and email. Conduct exit interviews, record outcomes, and identify trends from the data. Work closely with resourcing teams and managers to support recruitment and take part in interviews for a variety of roles. Contribute to the delivery of induction programmes for new employees at all levels. About you HR Advisor: Confident with Microsoft Office & HR systems Solid knowledge of employment law CIPD qualified (or working towards) Experience in fast-paced/manufacturing settings Strong communicator & multitasker Driven, detail-focused & results-oriented Skilled at building relationships & resolving conflict Empathetic, trustworthy & professional Union experience a bonus To Apply for this role please email Laura.Palmer@ashleykatehr.com or call 0121 321 1000

Location: Brackley, UK, GB

Posted Date: 9/9/2025