HR Advisor
| Company: | The Compleat Food Group |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £30,000 - £32,000 |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | Barnsley, S73 0BB |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 8 Jul 2026 |
| Closing date: | 3 Sept 2026 |
Summary
Job Advert
HR Advisor
We have a new opportunity to join The Compleat Food Group as an HR Advisor based at our chilled food manufacturing site in
Barnsley!
About The Compleat Food Group
At The Compleat Food Group, we’re proud to be a food business built on purpose and passion. Formed in 2021, we’re on a mission to
create Food to Feel Good - great quality, tasty and affordable food that people love to eat.
We’re home to some of the UK’s most exciting and loved food brands, including Wall’s Pastry, Pork Farms, Wrights, The Real
Yorkshire Pudding Co., unearthed, Vadasz, Squeaky Bean, Palace Culture, and Harvey & Brockless. Alongside our branded portfolio,
we’re a leading supplier of delicious own-label pastry, sweet bakery, party food, olives and antipasti, added-value egg products,
continental meats, dips and sauces and plant-based food to the UK’s major retailers, as well as across foodservice.
With over 6,000 talented colleagues across 17 sites, and an annual turnover of £1.3bn, we’re united by a shared ambition to shape
the future of food for the better.
Location: Barnsley, S73 0BB
Hours: Monday – Thursday, 8:30 – 17:00, Friday, 8:30 – 16:00
Salary: £30,000 - £32,000
Your Duties Will Include:
* Provide a proactive, on-site HR presence supporting the Site HR Business Partner
* Providing support for Employee Relation cases, including investigations, hearings, outcome letters and documentation
* Coaching managers across the employee lifecycle (interviews, performance reviews, disciplinaries, grievances, appeals, Return
to Work interviews, Occupational Health referrals, absence reviews)
* Supporting consultation processes (change of terms, redundancy, TUPE)
* Deliver and support site engagement activities, including community and charity initiatives
* Lead temporary to permanent transfers working with labour provider
* Support recruitment process with HR Shared Services and central resourcing teams
* Ensure all HR processes are compliant with employment legislation and internal policies
* Support audit preparation including SEDEX and self-assessment questionnaires (SAQs)
* Maintain accurate HR systems, databases and trackers
* Conduct Right to Work checks in line with legal requirements
Knowledge, Experience and Skills:
* Previous HR experience (FMCG, food or manufacturing environment desirable)
* Experience supporting employee relations cases and advising managers
* Strong organisation and administration skills, including Excel, Word, and HR systems
* CIPD Level 3 or equivalent experience
* Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced operational environment
* Sound understanding of UK employment legislation
* Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Why Join Us?
At The Compleat Food Group, we believe our people are the heart of our success. That’s why we offer a wide range of benefits
designed to support your lifestyle, wellbeing, and career growth:
Financial & Lifestyle Benefits
* Salary Sacrifice Schemes - including Electric Vehicles, Home & Tech, Cycle to Work, and SMART Pension
* 33 days’ annual leave (including bank holidays) with the option to purchase extra
* Holiday Discounts via our online retail platform
* Access to enhanced retail discounts online and in-store
* Free product handouts across our sites, so you can sample and enjoy our delicious products first hand
* EV charging points - available at selected sites
Health & Wellbeing
* 24/7 access to GroceryAid for free financial, emotional, and practical support
* Physical Wellbeing Hub - free on-demand exercise classes, gym discounts
* Free diet & nutrition advice with access to thousands of healthy recipes
* Online wellbeing support - from mindfulness to lifestyle resources
* Financial wellbeing tools - including mortgage calculators, budgeting tools, and financial aid
Career Growth & Development
* Access to a personalised online learning platform (LMS)
* Formal and informal training opportunities tailored to your role
* Performance Development Plans and regular Career Conversations
* Company Mentoring Scheme to add depth and really support your career journey
* Recognition through Club Compleat rewards
Community & Culture
* 2 paid volunteering days per year to give back to causes that matter to you
* Charity initiatives and fundraising events
* Team socials to connect and celebrate together
* Employee networks & support groups - including Women @ Compleat
* New baby gift for new parents
The Compleat Food Group fosters an inclusive, respectful culture where everyone feels safe, supported, and valued. We welcome
diverse talent, knowing it drives exceptional results and a better workplace.
We are committed to Fairness, Equity, Inclusivity, and Respect, we ensure all colleagues can thrive by bringing their whole selves
to work. As an equal opportunity’s employer, we provide all the support you need to succeed.
Contact us with any questions about Diversity & Inclusion or accessibility during the application process.
Recruitment Agencies:
We have a small, active and trusted Preferred Supplier List to assist us if required. We do not acknowledge any speculative CVs or
unsolicited candidate introductions. We only accept CV submissions for roles released to you directly by our Talent Acquisition
team.