HR Advisor

Fantastic challenges. Amazing opportunities.

GKN Aerospace is reimagining air travel: going further faster and greener! Fuelled by great people whose expertise and creativity sets the standards in our industry were inspired by the opportunities to innovate and break boundaries. Were proud to play a part in protecting the worlds democracies. And were committed to putting sustainability at the centre of everything we do opening up and protecting our planet.With over 16000 employees across 32 manufacturing sites in 12 countries we serve over 90% of the worlds aircraft and engine manufacturers and achieved sales of 3.6bn in 2025. There are no limits to where you can take your career.

Job Summary

We are looking for a dedicated and experienced HR Advisor to join the HR team focusing on employee relations disciplinary actions investigations and training support. Based at our Luton manufacturing site the role will involve providing expert guidance to managers on various HR issues including performance management conflict resolution and employee development. Additionally you will assist in the delivery of training sessions work with the HR Manager on conducting people reviews with managers and provide payroll support when required to cover absences. This is a dynamic and rewarding role requiring both hands-on HR expertise and a proactive approach to supporting and developing the workforce.

This opportunity is a 12-month fixed-term contract to provide maternity leave cover. The core operating hours at our Luton site are 07:3016:30 Monday to Thursday and 07:3012:30 on Fridays giving you an early finish to start the weekend.

Job Responsibilities

Employee Relations:
Provide expert advice and guidance to managers and employees on employee relations issues including disciplinary procedures grievances and conflict resolution.
Handle day-to-day queries from employees and managers escalating complex or high-risk issues to the HR Business Partner (HRBP) as appropriate.
Lead and assist in formal investigations ensuring fair and consistent processes are followed.
Support managers in handling employee performance issues offering advice on appropriate actions including performance improvement plans (PIPs).
Disciplinary & Investigations:
Manage and facilitate the disciplinary process ensuring compliance with company policies and legal requirements.
Lead or support investigations into employee concerns or complaints maintaining confidentiality and impartiality.
Training & Development:
Coordinate and deliver training sessions on employee relations performance management disciplinary procedures and other HR topics.
Collaborate with managers to assess training needs and ensure development programs are tailored to enhance employee and leadership skills.
Monitor the effectiveness of training programs and make recommendations for improvements.
People Reviews:
Support the HRBP in supporting managers with conducting people reviews and performance appraisals ensuring feedback is constructive and aligned with business objectives.
Assist in the identification of high-potential employees and development needs across teams.
Payroll Support:
Provide support for payroll processing particularly during periods of absence or other staffing gaps.
Work closely with payroll teams to ensure accurate and timely payroll delivery resolving any issues or discrepancies as they arise.
HR Administration:
Maintain accurate employee records and documentation relating to investigations disciplinary actions and performance management.
Assist with ad hoc HR tasks and projects as needed contributing to the overall HR strategy and objectives.

What Youll Bring

To help us make a difference youll bring your passion and talent for what you do along with the following skills experience qualifications and attributes:
Proven experience in an HR advisory role with a focus on employee relations disciplinary matters and investigations.
Strong understanding of employment law and best practices in employee relations.
Ability to handle employee and manager queries effectively escalating to the HRBP as required.
Experience in delivering training and coaching to managers and teams.
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
Experience in payroll support or familiarity with payroll processes is advantageous.
Strong organisational and time management skills with the ability to prioritise effectively.
CIPD Level 5 qualification is desirable but significant experience in handling HR queries and providing guidance is essential.
Excellent communication interpersonal and problem-solving skills.

This is an exciting opportunity for an HR professional to make a real impact and build their stakeholder management. If you have a passion for employee relations training and supporting managers in their development we would love to hear from you!

What Well Offer

Once youre on board youll get the following perks and benefits:
Competitive salary dependent on experience
Industry Leading Pension Scheme well match your contributions up to 8% on a 1 : 1.5 basis
Life Assurance 8 x salary
185 hours holiday bank holidays
Income protection
Shopping discounts
Cycle To Work Scheme
Employee Assistance Programme
Virtual GP Clinic for you and immediate family
Electric Vehicle (EV) salary sacrifice scheme (Insurance servicing maintenance roadside assistance and more included)
Free onsite parking
Local gym discount
Free airport parking
Enhanced family friendly leave
A collaborative dynamic working environment

As well as a competitive package well offer you a world of opportunity. We want to see your career fly! Well support your career progression by providing you with learning and development opportunities. Thats the beauty of being part of a global business once youre on board you never know where you career journey may take you!

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Well offer you fantastic challenges and amazing opportunities. This is your chance to be part of an organisation that has proven itself to be at the cutting edge of our industry; and is committed to pushing the boundaries even further. And with some of the best training on offer in the industry who knows how far you can go

A Great Place to work needs a Great Way of Working

Everyone is welcome to apply to GKN. We believe that we can only achieve our ambitions through a coming together of diverse minds who enjoy collaborating in an inspirational environment. Through our commitment to diversity inclusion and belonging and by living our five powerful principles weve created a culture where everyone feels welcome to contribute. Its a culture that won us The Best Workplace Culture Award. By embracing and celebrating what makes us unique we encourage everyone to bring their full self to work.

Were also committed to providing an accessible recruitment process so if you require reasonable adjustments at any stage during our recruitment process please get in touch and let us know.

We arethe place where human dreams plus humanendeavour shape the future of aerospace innovation and technology.

Required Experience:

Unclear Seniority

Employment Type : Advisor
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1