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Job type: Full Time, Permanent
Gafoor is a dynamic and rapidly growing family-owned business in Preston. They are a key player in their sector supplying poultry products to leading blue chip manufacturers nationally.
About the Role:
We are seeking an experienced HR generalist to play a key role in maintaining our internal HR systems while also ensuring compliance with UK immigration regulations related to employee sponsorship and visa applications. This role requires a strategic thinker with strong knowledge of employee relations, workforce planning, and the UK visa process.
Excellent leadership, communication skills, and teamwork are a must for this role, as well as a flexible and proactive approach to ensure the needs of the business are met.
Please note that the company is not offering sponsorship opportunities; therefore, candidates must have the legal right to live and work in the UK to apply for this role.
Key Responsibilities:
* Develop and implement HR policies and procedures in line with UK employment laws and company goals.
* Ensure compliance with UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) regulations, maintaining Sponsor Licence responsibilities. Manage recruitment, including supporting sponsorship applications and visa processes for international hires.
* Portal Management: Manage the Home Office Sponsorship Management System (SMS) portal, including issuing and tracking Certificates of Sponsorship (CoS) and monitoring employee statuses.
* Handle employee relations, grievance and disciplinary procedures, and performance management.
* Drive employee engagement initiatives and promote a positive workplace culture.
* Support learning and development programs tailored to the needs of the workforce.
* Work closely with operational managers to support HR initiatives aligned with business needs.
About You:
* CIPD Level 5 or higher qualification in Human Resources or equivalent experience.
* Proven experience as an HR Manager, preferably in the food manufacturing or FMCG sector.
* Demonstrable experience and understanding of employment-related immigration rules and sponsorship processes.
* Familiarity with the Home Office SMS portal is essential.
* Familiarity with ethical trading initiatives and modern slavery compliance.
* Excellent organisational and communication skills.
* Attention to detail and ability to work independently.
* Proficiency with Microsoft Office and online document management tools. IT literacy is a must – experience in Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel is essential.
* Familiar working in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment is essential.
* Self-motivated, proactive with a flexible and positive approach.
Additional Information:
When applying, applicants should provide a covering letter detailing their salary expectations, availability to commence work, and current residential location.
If you are seeking the chance to join a well-established company at an exciting stage in their growth, please click the APPLY button to send your CV in for immediate consideration.
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