QUALIFICATIONS

A CIPD qualification (minimum level 5 is required).

PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE

• Proven HR generalist experience of three to five years is expected.
• Previous experience of a fast paced factory production environment would be advantageous.
• Strong communication skills (we support several languages within the company).
• It would be a requirement to adhere to all food safety and allergen guidance (training will be provided), and it is expected that you will be required to enter the factory at various times when required.
• Exceptional organisational and communication skills is required together with proven leadership capabilities and solid knowledge of employment legislation and its application.
• HR managers should be proactive team players with strong customer service and problem solving skills.
• Experienced in developing and supporting line managers through change.
• An ability to maintain confidentiality and act with discretion and diplomacy is crucial.
• Self-motivated and able to work under own autonomy or as part of a team.

• Manage complex employee relations casework including dispute resolutions, disciplinaries, grievances, absence, retirement and redundancy.
• Apply HR and business knowledge evidencing appropriate decision making skills.
• Advise managers on the terms and conditions of employment and knowledge share best practice with them.
• Support in the development and delivery of HR policy and procedures to drive performance and mitigate disputes.
• Working alongside the HR Manager (Poultry and Holdings), and the HR Admin team, to ensure fair and consistent decisions are made across the business.
• Work alongside the HR team to ensure cover for all HR matters across the business are supported.
• Provide first line advice on current and existing benefits for employees and managers.
• Liaise with payroll to ensure any HR changes are correctly reflected in the payroll.
• Work with appropriate parties that support the business, such as agency, to ensure labour is maintained.
• Provide advice on recruitment and selection strategies.
• Support the recruitment process – this may include writing job descriptions and preparing interview questions and application forms etc.
• Carry out new starter inductions.
• Support talent and succession planning.
• Participate in the implementation of specific projects, procedures and guidelines, with the HR Department, to help align the workforce with the strategic goals of the organisation.
• Support change management processes.