Job Description

Senior Human Resources Advisor

Salary: up to 35,000 per annum

Location: Kendal (on site)

Working Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:00 pm

About us:

We are a rapid-growth scale-up disrupting the infant nutrition space through our award-winning brand Kendamil - the only infant milk made in Britain, proudly used by the British Royal Family and uniquely crafted locally using British organic full cream milk, without the nasties.

Our company, Kendal Nutricare, is a 200 person team passionate about giving children a better start to life. We're proud to be a Queens' Award winning business and to be ranked by the Financial Times as one of Europe's 1000 Fastest Growing Companies in 2020.

We're on an exciting path - join us!

The role:

We are looking for an experienced and proactive Senior Human Resources Advisor to join our HR team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about supporting people and driving positive change across the business.

As the first point of contact for managers and employees, you'll provide expert advice and guidance across all areas of HR. You'll play a key role in ensuring a consistent, compliant, and people-first approach in line with our company values, policies, and employment legislation.

This is a full-time role based at our headquarters in Kendal.

What you'll be doing:

Provide timely and effective HR advice and support to managers on a wide range of people-related matters, including more complex employee relations cases. Prepare employment contracts, contractual amendments, and associated correspondence; ensure all documentation is accurate and aligned with company policy. Respond to employee queries and complete HR-related correspondence in line with statutory and internal timelines (e.g. flexible working requests, maternity leave, long service, references). Facilitate training on HR policies and procedures, delivering sessions online, in person, or via workshops as needed. Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records, both electronic and manual, ensuring full compliance with GDPR and company standards. Support line managers in the consistent application of the Company Attendance Policy; monitor and maintain absence records. Liaise with the external Occupational Health provider to support the sickness absence process and ensure appropriate support for affected employees. Conduct thorough, fair, and objective investigations; assist the HR Manager with more complex casework and provide regular case management updates. Attend and minute formal meetings including disciplinary, grievance, absence review, and appeal hearings. Induct new starters. Support recruitment and onboarding activities in collaboration with the Talent Acquisition Specialist when required.

What you will need:

Minimum 3 years proven experience in a generalist HR role, ideally within a manufacturing or similar fast-paced environment CIPD qualification (minimum Level 5) or equivalent experience; willingness to work towards further qualifications if required Strong working knowledge of UK employment law and employee relations procedures Exceptional organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines High attention to detail and accuracy in all areas of work Excellent verbal and written communication skills; able to interact effectively at all levels of the business Demonstrated ability to handle confidential information with integrity and discretion

What you'll get from us:

The opportunity to work for the fastest growing infant milk brand in Europe, alongside a young talented team ..

We offer to all our employees:

33 days holiday (incl. bank holidays), pro rata to start date and FTE. Pension Scheme by Aegon, the Employer will match contributions up to a maximum of 5% Free health cash plan Free Gym Membership
Life Assurance at 2 x basic salary EAP Programme Enhanced Maternity leave policy New parents enjoy up to 350 worth of Kendamil products (excluding Stage 1 formula)
Employee Referral Scheme

*Further details are available from the HR department.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: Up to 35,000.00 per year

Ability to commute/relocate:

Kendal LA9 6NL: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Experience:

HR policies and procedures: 2 years (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 30/08/2025
Reference ID: Senior Human Resources Advisor