There’s a lot happening across Project Better Energy. Our businesses are growing, new teams are coming together, and our managers are working out what they need to deliver the next stage of our plans. We’re looking for an HR Advisor who wants to be right in the middle of that.
You’ll work closely with managers across our group, helping them handle people matters well, build strong teams and support their people through change. Some days that will mean giving clear, practical advice on an employee relations issue. Others will mean coaching a manager through a difficult conversation, helping a newly acquired business feel part of the group, or improving an experience that isn’t working as well as it should.
This is a broad role with plenty of variety. You’ll also contribute to manager training, support recruitment when needed, and help us build stronger connections with the communities and future talent around our businesses.
We’d love to hear from someone who enjoys building relationships, brings sound HR judgement and is comfortable getting involved. You don’t need to have worked in renewable energy before, but you should be excited by the opportunity to support a business that’s growing and changing.
Essential
- Previous experience in an HR Advisor or strong HR Officer/Assistant role with exposure to employee relations.
- Experience providing practical HR advice directly to managers.
- Experience supporting or managing disciplinary, grievance, absence and performance/capability matters.
- Good working knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice.
- Strong written communication skills, including producing professional HR correspondence and documentation.
- Able to manage multiple cases and priorities effectively.
- Comfortable challenging and coaching managers where appropriate.
- Strong attention to detail and willingness to undertake the administration associated with the role.
- Confident using HR systems and Microsoft Office applications.
- Proactive, organised and comfortable working in a fast-paced and changing environment.
- Able and willing to travel regularly between Burton/Stretton and Hyde and to other Group locations when required.
Desirable
- CIPD Level 5 qualification or working towards it.
- Experience working within a multi-site organisation.
- Experience reviewing or developing HR policies and processes.
- Experience supporting organisational change or wider People projects.
- Interest in using AI, technology and automation to improve HR delivery.
- Advising and coaching managers on employee relations matters, from absence and performance to more complex cases.
- Helping managers have effective conversations and make fair, well-judged decisions.
- Supporting the development and delivery of manager training on employee relations topics.
- Working with the wider HR and recruitment teams to support hiring when needed, including coaching managers on fair recruitment.
- Contributing to people projects and improvements across our businesses.
- Identify opportunities to use technology and AI to simplify routine People processes and improve manager self-service.
- Working closely with the People Operations Lead to ensure HR processes are delivered effectively and consistently.
- Participate in organisational change, engagement, talent, performance and culture initiatives.
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) – Confidential support for your wellbeing, including counselling and financial advice.
- MetLife GP24 – Medical support anytime, anywhere
- Exclusive Discount Platform (PowerPerks)– Save on retail, travel, entertainment, and more.
- Cycle to Work Scheme – Stay fit and reduce your carbon footprint while saving on a new bike.
- Learning Management System (LMS) – Access tools and training to support your career progression and personal development.
- Apprenticeship Programmes – Open to all employees looking to upskill or retrain, with tailored pathways to support your long-term development.
- Pension Salary Exchange Pension scheme– Investing in your future with a solid retirement plan Helping you save efficiently for the future.
- Daintree Wealth Management (1-2-1 Financial Guidance) - Support with budgeting, saving, pensions, investments, and long-term planning
- Enhanced Maternity Leave – Supporting you and your family through life’s important moments.
- Free Eye Tests – Keeping your vision and health in focus.
- Private Health Care – Option to have access to comprehensive health coverage for peace of mind (at the employees own expense)
