Human Resources Advisor

Workington, Cumbria
Iggesund Paperboard

We currently have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Human Resources Advisor on days to join our team at our Workington Mill. Joining us on a full-time, permanent basis, you will receive a competitive salary.

Holmen Board and Paper is a Swedish company and part of the Holmen Group. The Workington Mill produces premium paperboard under the brand Incada. Our paperboard plays a key role in the shopping experience for our clients’ customers. Since 2013, we have powered the mill almost entirely with fossil-fuel-free energy.

We value our people and our products highly. Today, we are a team of around 370 colleagues. Our integrated pulp and paperboard mill is located just west of the beautiful Lake District in the north of England.

What we will offer you:

Rewards & Benefits

• Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
• 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) with the option to buy additional days
• Generous contributory pension plan
• 3x Life Assurance cover

Health & Wellbeing

• Employee Assistance Programme
• Bi-annual eye test at a local optician
• Annual flu vaccinations
• Proactive medical screening with on-site Occupational Health support

Lifestyle & Development

• Cycle to Work scheme
• A range of wellbeing-focused benefits
• Opportunities to develop and grow your career
• Annual uniform allowance
• On-site staff canteen
• Exclusive staff discounts through Benefit Hub
• Active Social Club with discounts on local entertainment and regular events
• Family-friendly procedures, including enhanced maternity leave and menopause support

About the HR Advisor role:

Reporting to the HR Business Partner, you will join a well-established, friendly and supportive HR team. As our HR Advisor, you will provide high-quality guidance, support and expertise to employees and managers, ensuring alignment with policies, procedures and Holmen Group standards.

Our HR Advisor will be responsible for:

• Championing and communicating the company’s values with confidence and authenticity
• Providing advice on HR policies and employment law to ensure compliance and fair workplace practices
• Supporting and resolving employee relations matters, including grievance, disciplinary, absence management and conflict issues
• Leading recruitment and onboarding activities, including interviews, hiring, offer letters and contracts
• Welcoming new colleagues to the Workington Mill through a well-established HR induction programme
• Maintaining HR records and monitor key metrics such as retention, turnover, absence and workforce planning
• Supporting the HR Business Partner with strategic organisational initiatives
• Leading and supporting employee communications
• Working proactively to sustain and improve employee health and wellbeing in partnership with Occupational Health
• Seeking opportunities for continuous professional development and stay current with HR best practice and legislation

What we’re looking for in our HR Advisor:

• CIPD Level 5 qualification
• Minimum of 1 years’ experience in a similar HR role
• Flexibility to adapt and thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Strong data analysis and reporting skills
• Confidence in supporting employees and managers at all levels
• A solid understanding of employment law and HR best practice
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Strong IT skills and confidence working with HR systems

Closing Date: 16:00 on Friday 27th March 2026

Holmen is an equal opportunities employer that values diversity and is strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment.

We are devoted and committed to developing our teams and ensuring that our staff have the courage, commitment and responsibility to perform at their best. We provide significant resources to enable you to achieve your potential and expect our staff to perform to the best of their ability at all times.

If you’re looking for the opportunity to challenge yourself and make a positive impact with a pioneering customer-orientated business, we’d love to hear from you. Please click apply now to be considered as our HR Advisor