Title: HR Advisor
Edinburgh, GB, EH15 2QA Trafford Park, GB, M17 1DB Tamworth, GB, B78 1SE
Job Overview
Are you an experienced HR professional looking for a varied and fast-paced role? We’re looking for a confident HR Advisor to join our People Team, supporting our retail and warehouse operations across the North of the UK and Ireland.
As an HR Advisor, you’ll provide proactive and pragmatic HR support to managers and colleagues across a range of HR activities. You’ll be the first point of contact for employee relations cases, recruitment support, and HR administration, helping to ensure a consistent and compliant approach to people practices.
What we offer
- Competitive Salary – We regularly review our salaries to keep your earnings competitive.
- Enhanced Annual Leave (Including Bank Holidays) – Enjoy a great work-life balance with plenty of time off to recharge.
- Exciting Career Growth – Unlock personal development and career opportunities across the UK & Europe.
- Life Assurance for Peace of Mind – Providing financial security for you and your loved ones.
- 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme – Confidential support for you and your family, whenever you need it.
- Exclusive Gym Discounts – Stay fit and healthy with reduced memberships at top health clubs.
- Comprehensive Healthcare Perks – Access an online GP, a hospital plan, and other wellness benefits.
- Cycle to Work Scheme – Save money while staying active with tax-free bike purchases.
- Retail & Staff Discounts – Enjoy exclusive savings on popular brands and products.
Key Responsibilities
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Provide HR advice and guidance to managers on all areas of employee relations, including disciplinary, grievance, performance, and absence management.
- Proactively deliver training to all stakeholders when needed
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Support end-to-end recruitment processes, ensuring a smooth candidate and manager experience.
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Build strong relationships across retail and warehouse teams, offering practical and solutions-focused HR support.
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Ensure compliance with both UK and Irish employment legislation.
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Contribute to HR projects and continuous improvement initiatives.
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Maintain accurate employee data on our HR systems (experience with SAP SuccessFactors or similar HRIS preferred).
Skills and Experience
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Previous experience in an HR Advisor or similar generalist HR role.
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Strong understanding of UK employment law; knowledge of Irish employment law would be highly advantageous.
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Confident managing ER cases independently and providing sound, commercially aware advice.
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Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
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Have a proactive and flexible approach to work.
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Experience working within retail, logistics, or a multi-site environment is desirable.
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Proficient in HR systems – ideally SAP SuccessFactors, but experience with any major HR platform is welcome.
Why Work for LKQ
- People First: We value our employees just as much as our customers.
- Work-Life Balance: Flexible working options to support your lifestyle.
- Career Growth: Genuine opportunities for progression in a thriving industry.
- Passion for Excellence: Join a team dedicated to being the best at what we do.