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 the HR 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 the Stowmarket 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 Specialist in 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!