Job Title: Temporary HR Advisor

Duration: 9 months FTC (with possibility of extension)

Location: On-site, Bynea, Llanelli

Hours of Work: Flexible

We have an exciting position for an experienced HR Advisor to cover a maternity leave within our HR Team on a temporary basis. The successful candidate will play an integral role within the HR Team, supporting Owens Group through positive change and growth.

You will operate as a "trusted advisor" and share accountability, assisting the Group HR Manager in providing seamless support to the group Companies.

Please note this role is offered as a 9-month fixed-term contract initially, with the potential to be extended. We are looking for full commitment during this period, and in return we will offer an incentive pay. 

Key Accountabilities

1. First point of contact for HR related queries and overseeing responses from the HR Shared Inbox, responding to non-standard queries, and redirecting or escalating where appropriate.
2. Becoming a trusted advisor to Owens Group managers/leaders by providing advice on areas such as absence and performance management, contracts, and grievance and disciplinary processes, escalating when required.
3. Advising colleagues within Operations on policies, processes, and legislation and signposting them to additional resources.
4. Supporting managers/leaders with investigations, grievances and disciplinary hearings, including advising managers, notetaking at meetings and letter generation.
5. Liaising with colleagues in Recruitment, and Payroll to ensure a smooth onboarding process for new starters and colleagues changing jobs.
6. Ensuring all documents are generated accurately in relation to HR processes (e.g. probationary periods, contractual changes, maternity/paternity/parental leave, flexible working requests, sickness and performance), in line with guidance from managers/leaders.
7. Overseeing the management of all employee files, paperwork, and data, ensuring correct storage and GDPR compliance of paper and digital files.
8. Keeping up to date with current, relevant legislation and best practices and sharing this knowledge amongst the wider team where appropriate.

You'll fit right in if you have:

1. Experience working in Human Resources including using HR information systems.
2. Knowledge of employment legislation.
3. CIPD Level 5 or equivalent demonstrable experience.
4. Understanding of workflow mapping and the importance of working within processes.
5. Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
6. Ability to work in a fast-paced HR environment, partnering with managers and colleagues at all levels.
7. Strong IT skills.
8. Ability to occasionally travel to other sites.
9. Excellent communication and relationship building skills.

Benefits:

Flexible hours

Competitive salary + incentive pay for full commitment

28 days Annual Leave including Bank Holidays (pro-rata)

Company Discount Benefits

Company Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme

Life Assurance

To apply, please submit your CV along with a cover letter that outlines your qualifications, experience and why you would be a great fit for this position.