Yesterday BBBH62062 Senior HR Advisor £35000 - £45000 per annum Ballymoney

Northern Ireland Water Limited; Belfast; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing organisation is seeking a Senior HR Advisor on a fixed‑term contract to oversee HR operations and provide expert support to managers. The role involves managing the full employee lifecycle, from recruitment to employee relations and development initiatives. Candidates should have experience in generalist HR roles, ideally within a fast‑paced environment, alongside knowledge of UK employment law. This position offers hybrid working options, a competitive salary, and the chance to contribute to site objectives.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Hybrid and flexible working options

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a generalist HR role, ideally in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practices.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with a wider HR network.

Responsibilities

• Act as the first point of contact for HR queries, providing advice to managers and employees.
• Manage recruitment, onboarding, and induction processes.
• Support initiatives focused on performance and engagement.
• Handle employee relations cases and absence management.
• Maintain HR policies and compliance documentation.
• Coordinate training and development aligned with business needs.
• Contribute to HR reporting and site improvement projects.

Skills

Generalist HR experience

Knowledge of UK employment law

Excellent communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Organisational skills

Education

CIPD qualification or working towards

Job description

Senior HR Advisor

Join a leading manufacturing organisation as their Senior HR Advisor on a fixed‑term contract. In this key role, you'll take ownership of HR operations at site level, providing expert support to managers and driving initiatives that improve engagement, performance, and compliance.

The Role

As Senior HR Advisor, you will work closely with site and departmental managers to deliver effective HR support across the full employee lifecycle, from recruitment and onboarding to employee relations, performance management, and development.
This standalone position provides the opportunity to combine day‑to‑day HR delivery with involvement in wider business projects and continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the first point of contact for HR queries, providing professional advice and coaching to managers and employees.

• Manage the full recruitment, onboarding, and induction process.

• Support key initiatives focused on performance, engagement, and organisational change.

• Handle employee relations cases, absence management, and wellbeing activities.

• Maintain HR policies, systems, and compliance documentation in line with current legislation.

• Coordinate training and development plans aligned with business needs.

• Contribute to HR reporting, data analysis, and site improvement projects.

About You

• Proven experience in a generalist HR role, ideally within manufacturing or another fast‑paced environment.

• Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice.

• CIPD qualified or currently working towards accreditation.

• Excellent communication, organisation, and problem‑solving skills.

• Confident working independently while collaborating effectively with a wider HR network.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary.

• Hybrid and flexible working options

• Fixed‑term contract role

• Working with a supportive and collaborative team in a fast‑paced environment.

• The opportunity to take responsibility of HR operations and contribute to key site objectives.

To speak in absolute confidence about this opportunity please send an up‑to‑date CV via the link provided or contact Tara Duffy (HR Recruitment Specialist, MCS Group) at 02896935489 or [e-mail].

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