Senior HR Advisor

Role:Senior HR Advisor

Location:Blackburn, BB1 2FA Office Based

Contract:Full Time / 12-month Fixed Term

Salary:£37,000 per annum

Company:EG Group

About the Role

At EG Group we are seeking an interim Senior HR Advisor to join our dynamic HR Operations Team on a 12-month maternity cover basis. In this role you will support the HR Operations function through the delivery of an efficient service to the business. This is a key role within the team offering front line support to our colleagues and supporting the HR Business Partner in a project focussed role. The successful candidate will be required to organise and prioritise workload according to deadlines and the changing needs of the business and HR function.

As a HR Advisor it will be required to manage a small team and work closely with other members of the department to ensure a high quality of service is delivered to the business. You will be responsible for ensuring processes and procedures within regulatory framework are adhered to. The Senior HR advisor will also serve as the first point of contact for the HR Advisors to provide comprehensive advice and support.

Duties & Responsibilities

Building strong relationships with key stakeholders within the organisation

Lead and manage a small team of HR Advisors and Coordinators, facilitating review and appraisal processes where necessary

Proactively monitor ER cases ensuring they are prioritised, and support is provided to operational leads as soon as possible ensuring compliance with employment law and escalating to the HRBP where necessary

Ensuring SLAs are met / exceeded to contribute towards a high performing HR operations team

Coach and develop leaders in managing change, development, capability and performance related issues, driving fairness, consistency and transparency

Contribution and alignment to HRBP activities and objectives and implementing new HR operational initiatives

Undertaking HR projects including reviewing and updating HR policies

Involvement in TUPE related matters and redundancy, providing expert information and guidance to the business and employees

Preparation / presenting HR updates at Regional Meetings

Producing audits and reports in a timely manner and taking appropriate action

Candidate Requirements

CIPD Level 5 or Level 7 certification

Ability to manage and develop a team

Strong organisational skills with ability to handle a fast-paced, process-focused environment

Passionate about HR, a team player, with excellent communication skills

Experience managing a small team

Proven experience with complex casework management

Knowledge of SAP - desirable

Benefits & Rewards

Performance Based Bonus Scheme

Employee Life Assurance

EG Group Discounts - up to 15% off at our stores and food to go restaurants

ASDA Discount Card 10% off all ASDA stores

EG Cares Benefits - exclusive discounts across 900 retailers

Smart Health 24/7 online GP access, health checks and health and wellbeing support

Employee Assistance Programme access to our Wellbeing Centre which offers emotional & practical support including free financial advice

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

Waterside Café - freshly prepared meals at affordable prices

Free Secure Car Parking

Dress Down Fridays

Prayer and Ablution Facilities

Cycle to Work / Shower Facilities

Sit / Stand Desk Facilities

Work Anniversary Rewards

Free Eye Test

Who are EG Group?

EG Group is one of the worlds leading independent convenience retailers with an extensive network of sites across international markets in the United Kingdom & Ireland, Continental Europe, Australia and the United States of America.

Founded in 2001 by the Issa family with the acquisition of a single site in the UK, today the company is at the forefront of delivering an innovative approach to forecourt convenience retail.

At EG Group, we pride ourselves on being recognised for our investment model, trading performance and more importantly, providing a best-in-class customer experience in Grocery & Merchandise, Foodservice and Fuel.

Our transformational convenience retail business model has been built upon excellent relationships with an extensive portfolio of leading retail brands, and through strategic network acquisitions supported by a program of new-to-industry developments.

Every day, our committed workforce tirelessly delivers our products and services to millions of customers alongside supporting the local communities in which we operate.

Please note - the successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check which will be funded by EG Group.

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