Location: Mid Kent / Office Based

Employment type: Permanent, Full-time

Salary: £34,000 - £38,000 DOE + Great Benefits

Are you ready to make a real impact to the success of this business and deliver key people plans at a local level?  We are excited to partner with this pivotal organisation that values its people as its greatest asset, a champion for diversity and inclusion. As HR Advisor, you will be the go-to contact for Managers, working collaboratively with them to enhance employee engagement and ensure smooth operational HR delivery. This is a stand-alone HR Advisor role for 2 sites, reporting into an HRBP at the UK Head office.

Some responsibilities for this HR Advisor role are:

• Support the management team to deliver divisional targets, objectives and SLAs.
• Coach, educate and support managers on HR policies, procedures and legislation through day to day advice, training and workshops.
• Support with employee relations activity, including but not limited to investigation, disciplinary, grievance and capability processes, guiding management through necessary processes within a timely manner.
• Weekly management of Absence Management policy and triggers within the division. Ensure appropriate action is taken, including arranging of disciplinary processes and informal documentation is produced.
• Support the HR Business Partner in initiating and facilitating change and business improvement activity in line with wider People plan (activities include, but not limited to, engagement, communication, succession planning & development).
• Support local management with recruitment and onboarding activity as required.
• Proactively manage short and long term sickness and ill health capability issues, liaising closely with managers at all times. Support managers with referrals to Occupational Health as required and provide support to managers to ensure any GP and OH recommendations are followed up appropriately.
• Support on HR Initiatives and HR Projects.

What our client can offer you with this HR Advisor role:

In addition to a competitive salary, they have a strong track record of developing their people to expand their skills and experience and develop their careers.  Valuing and rewarding our workforce is important to us, which is why they offer a fantastic range of flexible benefits to choose from, such as:

• 27 days holiday per annum (plus bank holidays)
• Matched Contribution Pension Scheme up to 10%
• Flexible Benefits including salary sacrifice car scheme, healthcare cash plans, Cycle2Work Scheme, critical illness insurance, gyms, retail vouchers
• Commitment to learning and personal development 
• They promote good physical and mental health and can provide additional support to colleagues via our employee assistance programme when required

Your ability to build strong relationships across all levels of the business and work in a fast-paced environment will ensure success in this HR Advisor role. You will have a strong foundation in HR and ideally have your Level 5 CIPD. 

If this HR Advisor opportunity sounds of interest, then forward your CV today to Cressida Courtney or follow the link and apply online

Due to the volume of applications we receive, we may not be able to respond to every applicant individually. Please know that we carefully review each application and will reach out if your qualifications align with the vacancy. Salary banding - To achieve the top end of the salary range, candidates must meet the minimum experience/qualification level required for the role as set out in the job description.

To evaluate your suitability for the position, we'll process your CV and personal data. Should we find potential matches for other roles, we will seek your consent before registering your details in our database. For more information on how we handle personal data, please refer to our privacy policy at: Sirius Search Privacy Policy

Location: Mid Kent / Hybrid

Employment type: Permanent, Full-time

Salary: £50,000 - £55,000 DOE + Car allowance + Bonus

Do you bring enthusiasm for people, a collaborative mindset and a desire to make a positive impact by bringing new ideas to the table and empowering your managers’ capabilities? Are you a strong HR generalist, able to deliver HR projects that support growth and continuous improvement?

We’re looking for an HR Manager to lead a proactive HR business partnering function, strengthen organisational capability, and support business growth in a collaborative and people-focused environment. Reporting into a Global Group HRD, you will also be responsible for a small HR team.

The HR Manager role

• Lead, support and develop the HR team, creating a positive, collaborative culture
• Oversee the full employee lifecycle from onboarding to development and transition
• Lead employee engagement initiatives and enhance the employee experience
• Provide expert advice on employee relations, performance, disciplinaries and grievance matters
• Partner with managers on learning and development, including training needs and budget management
• Manage HR operations, overseeing payroll processes and employee records for accuracy and compliance
• Support international colleagues and projects across multiple locations
• Analyse HR metrics to inform business decisions and continuous improvement

About you

• CIPD Level 7 (or equivalent) or substantial relevant experience
• Significant HR experience, ideally at HR Manager / HR Business Partner level
• Strong knowledge of UK employment legislation and HR best practice
• Collaborative, solutions-focused, with strong communication and organisational skills

What’s on offer for you

• Hybrid working: 3 days in the office, 2 days from home
• Generous quarterly and annual bonus based on company profits
• Car allowance: £6,600 per annum
• Pension: up to 10% employer contribution
• Life assurance: 4x salary
• Individual private medical insurance

We are looking for someone who thrives on making a tangible impact, values integrity and teamwork, and is passionate about developing people and processes.

If this HR Manager role sounds like a position where you could add real value, please forward your CV today to Cressida Courtney or follow the link to apply online.

Due to the volume of applications we receive, we may not be able to respond to every applicant individually. Please know that we carefully review each application and will reach out if your qualifications align with the vacancy. Salary banding - To achieve the top end of the salary range, candidates must meet the minimum experience/qualification level required for the role as set out in the job description.

To evaluate your suitability for the position, we'll process your CV and personal data. Should we find potential matches for other roles, we will seek your consent before registering your details in our database. For more information on how we handle personal data, please refer to our privacy policy at: Sirius Search Privacy Policy

Location: East Kent / Hybrid

Employment type: Permanent, Full-time

Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 DOE + Great Bens

Are you looking for the opportunity to develop your HR Advisor skills to HR business partner level? Are you an experienced HR Advisor, able to use HR systems effectively for continuous improvement, automation of workflow and data?

This Senior HR Advisor position will act as the first point of contact for HR queries, a true HR Generalist role with responsibility for managing employee relations casework and supporting managers through people processes, with the opportunity to be involved in HR projects and continuous improvement.

The organisation operates in a complex, fast-moving commercial environment where people capability and leadership effectiveness are central to business success.

Key Senior HR Advisor Responsibilities:

• Manage employee relations casework, including disciplinary, grievance, capability, absence and performance matters.
• Attend formal meetings and hearings as the HR representative, ensuring processes are fair, consistent and compliant.
• Provide clear, pragmatic guidance to managers, balancing legal requirements with commercial reality.
• Support the development, review and implementation of HR policies.
• Monitor UK employment legislation and ensure policies and processes remain compliant and up to date.
• Coach and support managers on best practice people management, including conduct, absence and performance management.
• Deliver training and guidance on employee relations topics, new policies and legislative updates.
• Maintain accurate HR records within the organisation’s HR systems.
• Analyse trends and data to support proactive HR interventions and continuous improvement.
• Contribute to HR initiatives and projects relating to culture, wellbeing and employee experience, systems and automation
• Build effective relationships with managers and stakeholders, providing practical, solutions-focused HR advice.

Benefits include:

In return, the organisation offers a competitive reward package and the opportunity to develop your career within a growing international business.

• Life assurance paid at 2x annual salary
• Employee healthcare plan via Medicash
• Contributory salary exchange pension scheme (matched to 5% er)
• 25 days annual leave, plus UK bank holidays + 1 day for birthday
• Flexible working arrangements and some hybrid after probation
• Early finish on Fridays
• Discounted memberships
• Access to a subsidised canteen and complimentary fruit
• Health and benefits portal offering discounts and schemes including Cycle to Work and electric/hybrid car purchase options

If you have experience advising managers and stakeholders in a practical and solutions-focused way, proficiency in HR systems (Workday ideal) and CIPD level 5 (or equivalent experience), and think you have what it takes for this Senior HR Advisor position, please send your CV to Cressida Courtney or follow the link and apply online

Due to the volume of applications we receive, we may not be able to respond to every applicant individually. Please know that we carefully review each application and will reach out if your qualifications align with the vacancy. Salary banding - To achieve the top end of the salary range, candidates must meet the minimum experience/qualification level required for the role as set out in the job description.

To evaluate your suitability for the position, we'll process your CV and personal data. Should we find potential matches for other roles, we will seek your consent before registering your details in our database. For more information on how we handle personal data, please refer to our privacy policy at: Sirius Search Privacy Policy

Location: East Kent / Office Based

Employment type: Permanent, Full-time (9-5 pm or earlier start leave times)

Salary: £35,000 - £38,000 DOE + Great Benefits

Are you looking to develop your HR career where you will have the opportunity to work under a supportive People and Culture Director, enabling you to learn and grow your experience? Our Client is looking for an HR Advisor (or HR Assistant with some Employee relations and full employee lifecycle experience) with energy, drive and a growth mindset. You will have a genuine opportunity to develop your HR and coaching skills and gain experience across all areas of HR. You will provide valuable support for the smooth running of HR provision, acting in an advisory capacity within this thriving, innovative manufacturing business.

This business values face-to-face interaction with HR, where they enjoy their work, share knowledge and grow together – on-site presence is key to enabling the growth and development they are embedding with their people.

Some of the key HR Advisor responsibilities include:

• Provide pragmatic and solutions-focused HR advice to managers, helping to prevent escalation of issues and embedding HR best practice
• Act as a trusted coach to managers, supporting them in effectively managing performance, the performance management cycle, absence, and other people-related matters.
• Lead and support performance management processes, ensuring alignment with succession planning principles and organisational goals.
• Undertake or support managers with investigations, disciplinary hearings, and grievance processes, ensuring compliance with legislation and internal policies at all times.
• Manage the full employee life cycle, from recruitment and onboarding to development, retention, and exit processes.
• Oversee recruitment campaigns end-to-end
• Conduct analysis, reporting, and interpretation of HR data (e.g., absence trends, turnover, performance outcomes) to provide insights that inform business decisions.
• Prepare and contribute to management review meetings, presenting HR metrics, trends, and recommendations.
• Support the development and delivery of employee engagement initiatives to foster a positive, inclusive, and high-performance workplace culture.
• Deliver HR presentations and briefings to managers and employees, ensuring key messages are clearly communicated.
• Assist in the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of HR policies, processes, and projects, ensuring alignment with best practice and organisational needs.
• Manage employee training and development processes, liaising with stakeholders to identify needs, arrange courses, and monitor completion.
• Champion diversity, equity, and inclusion, embedding these principles into HR processes and workplace culture

Benefits - What our client provides in return:

• Medicash - allowances to cover costs such as dental and optical bills, physiotherapy, alternative therapies, and even consultancy charges, available for employees and their families
• Bupa individual healthcare scheme
• Free, on-site parking
• Pension
• 9-5 pm working hours or flexible as required

Your communication skills, HR experience, up to date employment law knowledge, and willingness to learn and develop will ensure success and enjoyment within this HR Advisor role. If you think the above aligns with your experience and you feel you could add value in a role such as this, please forward your CV today to Cressida Courtney or follow the link and apply online.

Due to the volume of applications we receive, we may not be able to respond to every applicant individually. Please know that we carefully review each application and will reach out if your qualifications align with the vacancy. Salary banding - To achieve the top end of the salary range, candidates must meet the minimum experience/qualification level required for the role as set out in the job description.

To evaluate your suitability for the position, we'll process your CV and personal data. Should we find potential matches for other roles, we will seek your consent before registering your details in our database. For more information on how we handle personal data, please refer to our privacy policy at: Sirius Search Privacy Policy