Farnell
Farnell, an Avnet company, is a global high-service distributor of technology products, services and solutions for electronic system design, maintenance and repair.
HR Advisor
Location: Leeds (Hybrid)
We’re looking for an HR Advisor to join Farnell. Based out of our Head Office in Leeds, this hybrid role offers flexibility, variety, and the chance to make a real impact.
You’ll be part of a supportive and collaborative HR Service Centre team, supporting colleagues across the UK, Nordics and Ireland. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys employee relations, thrives in a fast‑paced environment, and wants to get involved in a wide range of HR projects alongside day‑to‑day advisory work.
This role is hybrid, and you will expected to be office based 3 days per week.
What is in it for you?
Along with offering a competitive salary package, we also offer:
- A supportive team environment where everyone really is working toward the same goal.
- A strong open-door policy within management
- An environment where you will be given the tools and opportunities to further your career
- Pension scheme (matched up to 8%)
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays with option to buy additional holiday
- FREE Onsite Parking
- Flexible home working
- Cycle to work Scheme
- Reward schemes
Why Join Us?
- A global, well‑established organisation with a strong people‑focused culture
- A supportive team environment with opportunities to learn from experienced colleagues
- Plenty of opportunities to get involved in interesting projects and broaden your HR experience
- Hybrid working for better work–life balance
What will you be doing?
- Provide advice and guidance to line managers and HR Business Partners on a wide range of employee relations matters, ensuring policies and procedures are followed to mitigate risk and achieve effective outcomes
- Advise employees and managers on all HR policy‑related queries
- Support HR and wider business projects, collaborating with team members to deliver agreed outcomes
- Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date case management records
- Coach and support managers on employee relations activities in line with company policies and local employment legislation
- Provide guidance and support to managers during investigations, disciplinary, grievance, and hearings as required
- Occasional UK travel may be required.
What about you?
- CIPD qualification (or equivalent practical experience)
- Strong knowledge of UK employment law, with a particular focus on employee relations
- Proven experience managing employee relations cases from initial advice through to full case management
- Ability to work independently while exercising sound judgment and discretion
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
- Strong critical thinker.
- Experience with case management systems would be a benefit.
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The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills.
Avnet is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you are interested in applying for employment with Avnet and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position contact our Human Resources Service Center in your region: Americas applicants – [email protected], Asia applicants - [email protected], EMEA applicants - [email protected].
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