Human Resources Advisor

In Cork; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading HR firm is seeking a People Advisor in Sheffield to enhance the employee experience and support managers. This full-time position offers a competitive salary of £35,000–£40,000. Key responsibilities include providing expert guidance on employee relations and driving engagement activities. Candidates should have experience in similar roles, and a CIPD qualification is advantageous. The role includes opportunities for continuous professional development and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus option to purchase additional days

Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

Salary sacrifice pension scheme

Comprehensive onboarding and ongoing training

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a warehouse or industrial environment.
• Up-to-date knowledge of employment law and HR best practices.
• Experience managing employee relations cases.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert advice on employee relations and people policies.
• Coach managers on key people-related areas.
• Drive continuous improvement in policies and procedures.
• Contribute to a high-performance culture.

Skills

People policies improvement

Employment law knowledge

Employee relations management

Constructive feedback delivery

CIPD Level 3 qualification

Education

CIPD Level 3 qualification

CIPD Level 5 qualification

Job description

Are you passionate about shaping a great employee experience and supporting managers to bring out the best in their teams? We’re looking for a People Advisor who’s ready to make a real impact across our site. This is an exciting opportunity to step into a fast-paced, hands‑on environment where no two days are the same. This is a full‑time, permanent opportunity based on‑site at our Sheffield location (S35). In return, we offer a competitive salary of £35,000–£40,000, depending on experience, along with a structured development plan designed to support your professional growth. You’ll benefit from dedicated training, mentorship, and clear pathways for career progression within our organisation.

In this role, you’ll be at the heart of our people agenda — providing expert guidance across the full employee lifecycle, supporting employee relations cases, and helping our People Managers create a positive, engaging workplace. From Team Leaders to Operations Managers, you’ll be the trusted partner they turn to for clear advice, confident decision‑making, and constructive challenge.

You’ll also play a key role in driving site‑wide engagement activities and contributing to meaningful People projects, ensuring our culture continues to grow stronger every day. If you’re ready to make a difference, develop your HR career, and be part of a supportive and ambitious People Team, we’d love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide expert advice and feedback on employee relations and people policies, including reviewing and improving policies and processes, communicating changes to stakeholders
• Coach and develop managers on people‑related matters, providing on‑site training and guidance across key areas such as investigations, disciplinary processes, welfare meetings, appeals, grievances, and performance management
• Drive continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to enhance existing policies and procedures
• Support the development of a high‑performance culture by helping managers address poor performance effectively and enabling meaningful, outcome‑focused conversations
• Lead on driving a positive Colleague Experience by providing feedback to the wider People Team on the colleague lifecycle, promoting an inclusive and engaging culture, advocating for colleagues, and acting as a role model for our values

Skills & Experience needed

• Proven experience working in a similar role within a warehouse or industrial environment
• Up‑to‑date knowledge of employment law and HR best practices
• Strong background in managing employee relations cases and providing clear, practical guidance to managers
• Confident in handling challenging conversations and delivering constructive feedback
• CIPD Level 3 qualification (Level 5 or above would be advantageous)

Job Benefits

At Advanced, your journey begins with a warm welcome and a comprehensive onboarding experience designed to set you up for success from day one. But it doesn't stop there—we’re committed to your continuous growth, offering ongoing training and development to help you sharpen your skills and reach your full potential.

We know that time to recharge is essential for your wellbeing. That’s why, in addition to your 25 days annual leave, we offer the option to purchase additional days—giving you flexibility to take the breaks you need.

We believe that family matters, our enhanced maternity package offers six months of full pay, giving you the time and peace of mind to focus on your growing family. New dads and partners also receive two weeks full paternity pay, so you can be there for those important first moments.

Planning for your future has never been easier—or more rewarding.

Through our salary sacrifice pension scheme, meaning you pay less tax overall, while still investing in your future.

You’ll be joining a team where collaboration, openness, and support are part of everyday life—because great work happens when people feel connected and inspired.

About Us

Advanced Supply Chain Group offer a complete end-to-end supply chain service, from source to shelf, covering all aspects of supply chain management, global logistics, fulfilment, and value‑added services, allowing our customers to maximise the opportunities that exist in today’s technology‑enabled marketplace. Using our unique intelligent supply chain model, we design innovative solutions to complex challenges, unlock new opportunities, and speed up and streamline existing processes by removing complexity from the supply chain. It all adds up to providing a service that is “Better, Faster, Cheaper” than our competitors.

Our core values drive everything we do. We believe in promoting a supportive environment for our colleagues, delivering exceptional service to our customers, contributing to the community, and working towards a more sustainable environment. If you share these values and are passionate about making a positive impact, we'd love to have you on our team.