HR Advisor (12 month FTC)

HR Advisor, 12 month FTC

Cramlington

About the Role

My client is seeking an experienced and proactive HR Advisor to join their team on a 12-month fixed-term basis. This is a predominantly internal-facing role where you will play a key part in delivering high-quality HR support across the organisation.

Working at an operational level, you will contribute to key people initiatives, support day-to-day HR activities, and help drive improvements in people processes, engagement, and capability. This is an excellent opportunity to gain exposure across the full employee lifecycle while supporting a dynamic and evolving business environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Support a developing HR partnering approach, coaching and empowering people leaders to confidently apply policies and best practice
• Contribute to the implementation and evolution of the organisation’s engagement strategy, using feedback frameworks to enhance culture, processes, and employee experience
• Play an active role in supporting wider HR and business initiatives focused on continuous improvement and organisational effectiveness
• Provide generalist HR support across all key areas including employee relations, absence management, performance, ED&I, and coaching
• Manage and support the progression of employee relations cases, ensuring timely and appropriate resolution
• Ensure compliance with employment legislation and HR best practice
• Identify opportunities to improve HR processes and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives
• Uphold all health, safety, and environmental standards, supporting a culture focused on zero harm

Criteria:

• CIPD qualified (or equivalent experience) with solid, demonstrable HR experience
• Strong generalist HR background, ideally within a fast-paced or manufacturing environment
• Confident working autonomously and making sound, pragmatic decisions
• Skilled in building relationships and influencing stakeholders at all levels
• Proactive, organised, and committed to delivering high-quality HR support