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We currently have an exciting opportunity for an experienced HR Advisor (hybrid) to join our team. Reporting into the HR Manager and working closely with the wider iEMEA HR team, Talent Acquisition and also Payroll, you will be the first point of contact for stakeholders across your business area, building positive working relationships and providing advice, guidance and coaching to line managers and employees. This role will primarily cover our North West England region with responsibility for colleagues working in these locations and also remotely. The role can be based either from our Heywood or Rochdale offices, however regular travel between these sites, in addition to a smaller site in Liverpool, is required.

You will provide dedicated employee relations support, in relation to absence management, disciplinary and capability, grievances, organisational change (including but not limited to change management, business restructuring and redundancies) and a range of employment and employee relations matters ranging from low to high risk levels.

You will lead on and support development and delivery of training materials and career plans for colleagues at all levels whilst championing health and wellbeing initiatives across the business.  

Key features of the role include;

• Provide support and guidance to managers and employees across the full range of HR related topics, policies and procedures.
• Act as a coach and guide in helping managers develop their ability to lead their teams effectively.
• Work with managers, providing support and advice on employee relations and management issues, developing their capability in the process.
• Provide advice to managers regarding any changes to employee terms and conditions or statutory leave e.g. flexible working, maternity etc.
• Provide guidance and support to managers in HR processes, including note taking at investigations and formal meetings.
• Proactively manage absence levels across the region, taking action as necessary.
• Contribute to the provision of a smooth on-boarding and induction process for new starters.
• Conduct both formal and informal meetings by telephone, video call or in person.
• Co-ordinate referrals to the Occupational Health provider as required.
• Actively participate in the creation and delivery of wellbeing, support and engagement initiatives along with other projects.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of HR processes and practices.
• Support delivery and completion of HR and other mandatory training activities.

Experience & Qualifications:

• HR experience gained in a similar environment and ideally a multi-sited organisation.
• Strong employee relations experience.
• Knowledge of current and future employment legislation.
• Workday experience advantageous.
• CIPD qualification, or working towards, advantageous.
• Computer literate including working knowledge of Microsoft office.
• Full driving licence and ability to travel regularly essential.

Core Competencies:

• Previous HR Generalist experience is essential. Additional L&D experience is preferred. Experience of European HR and employment practices advantageous.
• Highly motivated with ability to work on own initiative.
• Effective communicator.
• Accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage tight and often conflicting priorities.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.

Please press Apply now in order to submit your application.

A Mission That Matters

Neogen is dedicated to the advancement of human and animal wellbeing through science and technology so we can fuel a brighter future for global food security.

Our culture is comprised of our Purpose and Promise, our Principles and our Values – which guide our everyday decision making. Dreaming big while Inspiring and Innovating, doing the right thing while Acting with Integrity, being solution driven while Delivering On Our Promises, celebrating the talent each person brings while Fostering Optimism and valuing diversity while Cultivating Belonging. It’s our actions aligning with these values that provide a consistent, happy and healthy work environment for our employees.

This is an excellent opportunity to be part of a growing organisation. If this role has caught your attention and you feel it might be good fit for you then please don't hesitate to apply.

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From inside the farm gate to our dinner plates, Neogen protects the world’s food supply. Through a variety of animal healthcare products, to food safety solutions for dangerous bacteria, allergens, toxins, drug residues and much more, Neogen is there — and you can be too.