HR Advisor
Solid State PLC
Date: 3 weeks ago
City: Slough
Contract type: Part time
HR Advisor (Part-Time, 12-Month Maternity Cover)
Location: Langley Office
Hours: 25 hours per week (Monday to Friday)
Reports to: HR Director
About Us
At Active Silicon, part of the Steatite Group, we design, manufacture and supply advanced imaging and embedded computing solutions used across industries such as defence, healthcare, transport and scientific research. From cutting-edge vision systems to secure technology integration, our products play a key role in critical and innovative applications worldwide.
We are proud of our friendly, inclusive culture where collaboration and continuous improvement are at the heart of everything we do.
The Opportunity
We are looking for an experienced and proactive HR Advisor to provide maternity cover for 12 months on a part-time basis. Reporting to the HR Director, you will deliver a high-quality HR advisory service across the organisation — supporting managers and employees with employee relations, policy, recruitment, and change initiatives.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced HR professional who enjoys a mix of hands-on advisory work and contributing to broader people initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
Employee Relations
We are looking for someone who is confident, professional, and adaptable, with the ability to balance advisory expertise and practical delivery.
You Will Bring
If you’re a motivated HR professional looking for a rewarding, part-time opportunity within a collaborative and growing organisation, we’d love to hear from you.
Our Recruitment process
Location: Langley Office
Hours: 25 hours per week (Monday to Friday)
Reports to: HR Director
About Us
At Active Silicon, part of the Steatite Group, we design, manufacture and supply advanced imaging and embedded computing solutions used across industries such as defence, healthcare, transport and scientific research. From cutting-edge vision systems to secure technology integration, our products play a key role in critical and innovative applications worldwide.
We are proud of our friendly, inclusive culture where collaboration and continuous improvement are at the heart of everything we do.
The Opportunity
We are looking for an experienced and proactive HR Advisor to provide maternity cover for 12 months on a part-time basis. Reporting to the HR Director, you will deliver a high-quality HR advisory service across the organisation — supporting managers and employees with employee relations, policy, recruitment, and change initiatives.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced HR professional who enjoys a mix of hands-on advisory work and contributing to broader people initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
Employee Relations
- Act as first point of contact for HR queries, providing clear and practical advice to managers and employees.
- Lead on or support employee relations cases including disciplinary, grievance, absence and capability.
- Liaise with Occupational Health and external advisors as required.
- Promote a positive and fair working culture through effective communication and early intervention.
- Support the HR Director and Hiring Managers with recruitment processes.
- Oversee onboarding, induction and probation reviews to ensure a smooth employee experience.
- Maintain accurate HR and recruitment records.
- Support the review, update and implementation of HR policies and procedures.
- Ensure compliance with employment legislation and company standards.
- Maintain employee records and assist with payroll and benefits administration.
- Assist with organisational change processes such as restructures, consultations, and role evaluations.
- Contribute to HR initiatives linked to employee engagement, wellbeing, and continuous improvement.
- Provide day-to-day guidance to line managers on performance management, absence, and employee development.
- Support delivery of internal HR briefings or training sessions as required.
We are looking for someone who is confident, professional, and adaptable, with the ability to balance advisory expertise and practical delivery.
You Will Bring
- CIPD Level 5 qualification (or equivalent experience)
- Strong working knowledge of UK employment law
- Experience managing employee relations cases
- Excellent communication, influencing, and coaching skills
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
- A collaborative, hands-on approach and ability to work independently
- Experience in a manufacturing or technology environment
- Exposure to supporting change or organisational development projects
- Competitive salary (pro-rata)
- 26 days holiday (pro-rata) plus bank holidays
- Company pension scheme
- Employee bonus scheme
- Access to Westfield Health Plan
- Development opportunities and a supportive working environment
If you’re a motivated HR professional looking for a rewarding, part-time opportunity within a collaborative and growing organisation, we’d love to hear from you.
Our Recruitment process
- Application Review– Your application will be reviewed by Recruitment & Hiring Manager
- Initial Screening – Shortlisted candidates will be invited to a Teams Interview to discuss the role and your experience in more detail.
- Interview – candidates will be invited to a face-to-face interview at our offices. This may include competency-based questions and discussion about your technical experience.
- Assessment (if applicable):
- Some roles may include a short presentation, task, or technical assessment relevant to the position.
- Offer and onboarding- Successful candidates will receive a formal offer, followed by pre-employment checks and onboarding support to ensure a smooth start.
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