HR Advisor

The Job Role

If you are looking for a new challenge with a global market leader which designs and manufactures aerospace search and rescue equipment, HR Smith Group of Companies is the one for you. We are a family run business with over 6 decades of experience and are dedicated to finding the perfect solutions for our customers.

We are seeking an experienced and proactive HR Advisor to support the delivery of a high‑quality HR service. This operational role will provide first‑line advice and guidance to managers on HR policies, employment law and best practice, escalating complex matters to the HR Manager where appropriate. The role will focus on employee relations, recruitment, HR administration and supporting the wider people agenda.

Role Responsibilities

• Provide advice and support to managers on mid‑level employee relations issues, including disciplinaries, grievances, capability and absence management.
• Gather evidence, prepare documentation and draft reports for formal ER processes.
• Support the HR Manager with the review and maintenance of HR policies, procedures and the staff handbook to ensure legal compliance.
• Assist in the delivery and monitoring of employee relations training for managers, including tracking completion of mandatory training.
• Maintain accurate HR systems and employee records, ensuring data integrity and confidentiality.
• Support recruitment activities, including drafting job adverts, shortlisting, coordinating interviews and participating in selection processes.
• Manage absence administration, monitor triggers and support managers with appropriate actions.
• Assist with HR projects and employee engagement initiatives.
• Conduct exit interviews and process leavers.
• Provide minute‑taking support for formal meetings.
• Support administrative processes such as DBS checks, HR documentation and general HR coordination.
• Assist with the administration of company business charge cards and fleet vehicle records.

Job requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Administration or related field, or
• Level 3+ CMI/ILM management qualification.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in an HR advisory, officer or generalist role.
• Experience managing employee relations cases and advising managers on HR policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of recruitment processes and onboarding.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build effective working relationships at all levels.
• Ability to interpret and apply employment legislation.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• High level of professionalism, confidentiality and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in MS Office and HR systems.

Benefits

• Free onsite parking.
• Free refreshments (tea and coffee).
• Casual dress.
• Company social events.
• Opportunity for company bonuses.
• Cost of living reviews carried out annually by the Directors.
• 20 days holiday plus bank holidays and your birthday off (to be taken any time in the year).
• Long service holiday accrual scheme where you gain 1 extra holiday day per year from 5-10 years’ service up to a maximum of 26 days. 
• Life Insurance Scheme – 3x annual salary.
• Health and wellbeing programme.
• Employee Assistance Programme.

We have a positive, professional and welcoming environment; you will have the opportunity to work within a fully integrated multidisciplinary business. We offer good job security and stability with career development opportunities for the right candidate.

Full Time Position

• Hours are based on a 40-hour week, Monday to Friday 8.00 am to 4.30 pm with half an hour each day for lunch. No weekend, evening or bank holiday working.
• Salary commensurate with experience.
• Free internal training provided as required.
• Opportunities to progress, promote internally and up skill.

Due to the nature of the business being a manufacturing environment, working from home arrangements are not available.