
HR Advisor
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Role Overview & Responsibilities
<b>Role:</b> HR Advisor
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<b>Location:</b> Blackburn, BB1 2FA – Office Based
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<b>Hours:</b> Full-Time
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<b>Salary:</b> £28,250
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What will my role look like?
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Our HR Operations team is expanding and we have a new opportunity available for a HR Advisor! In this role you will support the HR Business Partner through the delivery of an efficient HR service to the business. You will provide comprehensive advice and support to managers in line with employment law and best practice.
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You will be an experienced HR Advisor; you will be able to deal confidently with the fast pace of food retail, store managers and line managers and deliver to deadlines when under pressure.
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What would my main responsibilities be?
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Building strong relationships with key stakeholders within the organisation
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Supporting managers in store, you will provide advice and support on employee relation issues including absence management, performance management, disciplinary and grievances
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Managing and monitoring immigration
<br>Supporting with the investigation of all disciplinary matters, ensuring employment law and company policy are adhered to
<br>Supporting long-term business objectives through strategic support
<br>Undertaking HR projects in line with the HR Strategy
<br>Involvement in TUPE related matters, providing expert information and guidance to the business and all employees
<br>Handling redundancy situations
<br>Presenting HR updates at Regional Meetings
<br>Ensuring compliance with employment law
<br>You will also be required to undertake ad-hoc HR/projects and other administrative duties from time to time
<br>Producing audits and reports in a timely manner and taking appropriate action
<br>Facilitating review and appraisal processes
<br>Working to improve the efficiency of the HR Function
<br>Updating policies and procedures with the HR Business Partners/ HR Operations Manager
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This list is not exhaustive and may be added to or amended from time to time.
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Candidate
Requirements
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You will be an experienced HR Administrator and / or HR Advisor ready for your next move; you will be able to deal confidently with the fast pace of food retail, store managers and line managers and deliver to deadlines when under pressure.
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Knowledge of SAP (Success Factors) is desirable.
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We are looking for a candidate that is ready to take ownership of the role, you will be given the autonomy and flexibility to do so.
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You will be able to deal with a variety of work in an organised, efficient manner.
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If you are passionate about HR, a good team player and are process driven, this could be the role for you!
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We also welcome applications from graduates with either a relevant degree or experience.
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Benefits & Rewards
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Performance Based Bonus Scheme
<br>Employee Life Assurance
<br>EG Group Discounts - up to 15% off at our stores and food to go restaurants
<br>ASDA Discount Card – 10% off all ASDA stores
<br>EG Cares
Benefits - exclusive discounts across 900 retailers
<br>Smart Health – 24/7 online GP access, health checks and health and wellbeing support
<br>Employee Assistance Programme – access to our Wellbeing Centre which offers emotional & practical support including free financial advice
<br>Learning & Development – access to our Learning Hub, the most extensive online course library in the world to support you with every step of your career at EG Group
<br>Waterside Café - freshly prepared meals at affordable prices
<br>Free Secure Car Parking
<br>Dress Down Fridays
<br>Flexi-Time
<br>Prayer and Ablution Facilities
<br>Cycle to Work / Shower Facilities
<br>Sit / Stand Desk Facilities
<br>Work Anniversary Rewards
<br>Free Eye Test
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Who are EG Group?
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United Kingdom-based EG Group is a leading independent convenience retailer, which has established partnerships with global brands such as Starbucks, Cinnabon, KFC, Subway, Greggs, SPAR, and Burger King, as well as a focused portfolio of proprietary brands. The business has an established pedigree of delivering an excellent Grocery & Merchandise, Foodservice and Fuel proposition in all the markets in which it operates and currently employs more than 50,000 colleagues working in over 6,600 sites across the UK&I, Europe, USA and Australia. The group has enjoyed significant growth, with 2021 revenues exceeding $26bn as well as serving over one billion customers annually.
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Please note, the successful applicant will be subject to a completed DBS check which will be funded by EG Group
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