HR Generalist - 3 Month FTC

We’re currently supporting a well-established global FMCG business with the appointment of an HR Generalist to provide short-term cover at their busy North Essex site.

This is a genuinely hands-on HR role, ideal for someone who enjoys being close to the operation and can step into a busy environment and make an impact from day one.

The initial requirement is for around three months. The successful candidate will provide day-to-day HR support across the site, acting as the main point of contact for employees and managers and ensuring the site has consistent, professional HR support throughout the assignment.

The Role

Working closely with the site and wider HR team, you’ll provide practical support across a broad range of HR activity, including:

Acting as the main HR point of contact for the site
Providing day-to-day HR advice and support to employees and managers
Managing and supporting a range of employee relations matters
Supporting contractual changes and queries
Handling HR administration and employee queries
Supporting payroll-related queries and issues
Assisting with training sessions and other people-related activity
Supporting managers with HR processes and providing practical guidance
Maintaining accurate employee records and HR documentation
Managing competing priorities and responding to issues as they arise
Ensuring a consistent and professional HR service across the site
About You

We’re looking for someone who can hit the ground running and is comfortable operating with a good level of independence.

You’ll be:

Experienced across a broad range of generalist HR activity
Confident dealing with employee relations issues
Comfortable working independently and using your own judgement
Highly organised, with strong prioritisation skills
Professional and approachable in your communication style
Comfortable working in a busy, operational environment
Practical and hands-on rather than purely process-driven
Able to build strong relationships with employees and managers at all levels
If you’re an experienced HR professional who can step into a busy site environment and provide immediate, practical support, we’d love to hear from you.

Please note - salary is pro-rata'd and equivalent to the bracket detailed. 

The Advocate Group is a leading recruitment partner to the FMCG and consumer product sectors. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals, regardless of race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.

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