HR Specialist

HR Specialist/Manager

Are you an experienced HR Specialist looking for an exciting opportunity? Join this stable,independent concrete supplier and become a key member of theHR team. As the HR Specialist, your primary focus will be supporting internal managers in effectively handling employee relations.

Working Monday to Friday, 8am-5pm, out of theStowmarket based Head Office.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary 40,000 per annum, dependent on experience.
• Company Pension Scheme
• 23 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Employee discount
• Death In Service Benefit (after successful probation)
• Training and Staff Development
• Employee Referral Programme

Skills and Requirements:

• Proven experience as a HR Specialistin an ER-focused HR role.
• Strong understanding of employment law and best practice in employee relations.
• Experience in managing complex ER cases with confidence and professionalism.
• Demonstrated ability to work on HR projects, driving positive change in the business.
• Excellent stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence and challenge constructively.
• Strong communication skills with a proactive and solution-focused mindset.
• CIPD qualification (Level 5 or above) is desirable but not essential.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide expert advice and guidance on complex ER cases, including disciplinary, grievance, absence management, and performance issues.
• Support line managers in handling employee relations effectively and in line with company policies and employment law.
• Manage and resolve cases proactively, ensuring fair and consistent outcomes while mitigating risk.
• Lead and contribute to HR projects, such as policy development, employee engagement initiatives, and process improvements.
• Support organisational change, including restructures, redundancies, and TUPE processes.
• Build strong relationships with key stakeholders, coaching and upskilling managers in HR best practice.
• Keep up to date with employment legislation, ensuring compliance and best practice across the business.

Ready to make a difference as a HR Specialist? Apply today!