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HR Advisor

GXO gxo.com Open · verified Oct 19, 2026
Kettering Mid-level HR Business Partner & Generalist

At a glance

Mid-level HR Business Partner & Generalist role at GXO. Kettering · up to £35,000 base.

SalaryStated by GXO
Up to £35,000
Base salary for this role, in GBP per year, as published in the posting.
RoleHR Business Partner & Generalist
SeniorityMid-level
LocationKettering
Base payup to £35,000
PostedSep 24, 2026 · 3w ago
Role brief

hrroles summary, based on the employer's posting.

What you'll do

  • Advise operational managers on employee relations, performance issues and day-to-day people management
  • Run absence, disciplinary, grievance and long-term sickness cases from intake through resolution
  • Build visibility on the warehouse and transport floor, developing relationships through regular conversations
  • Help deliver recruitment, onboarding and talent development activity at the site
  • Review HR data and contribute to the site people plan and wider HR strategy

What you bring

  • CIPD Level 5, either completed or currently in progress
  • Previous generalist HR experience with substantial employee relations work
  • Working knowledge of UK employment law and HR practice

Who this fits

This role suits a hands-on HR generalist who can advise managers and build relationships across operational teams. It is based on-site at the Primark Thrapston site, Monday to Friday from 09:00 to 17:00, and is full-time and permanent.

From the employer

Do you thrive in a fast-paced, operational environment where no two days are the dame? Are you confident managing employee relations while building strong relationships with stakeholders? Do you want to be part of a forward-thinking business driving people strategy and cultural change?

Here at GXO, we’re looking for a HR Advisor, you’ll be a key partner to operational leaders across our Primark Thrapston site, delivering a proactive and hands-on HR Service across warehouse and transport operations. You’ll play a pivotal role in driving engagement, shaping culture, and supporting both people and performance.

This is a full-time, permanent position. Based on-site you will work Monday to Friday, 09:00 till 17:00.

Pay, benefits and more:

We’re looking to offer a salary of up to £35,000 per annum, and 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays). Your benefits package includes a company sponsored pension scheme, private medical & dental insurance, a 24/7 online GP service, life assurance and a fully comprehensive employee assistance programme. You’ll also have access to our MyBenefits platform offering a variety of high street discounts, a cycle to work scheme, cashback cards, a saving scheme and much more!

What you’ll do on a typical day:

  • Providing expert HR advise to managers on employee relations, performance, and people management
  • Managing end-to-end absence, disciplinary, grievance, and long-term sickness cases
  • Walking the floor to build relationships and ensure a visible, approachable HR presence
  • Supporting recruitment, onboarding, and talent development initiatives
  • Analysing HR data and supporting the delivery of the site people plan and broader HR strategy

What you need to succeed at GXO:

  • CIPD Level 5 qualified (or working towards this)
  • Previous experience in a generalist HR role with strong employee relations exposure
  • Solid knowledge of UK Employment Law and HR best practice
  • Confident communicator with the ability to influence and build relationships at all levels
  • Highly organised with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities

We engineer faster, smarter, leaner supply chains.

GXO is a leading provider of cutting-edge supply chain solutions to the most successful companies in the world. We help our customers manage their goods most efficiently using our technology and services. Our greatest strength is our global team – energetic, innovative people of all experience levels and talents who make GXO a great place to work. GXO is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate, support and thrive on diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We believe that diversity and inclusion in our business is critical to our success as a global company, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. We are an Armed Forces friendly organisation and Disability Confident Leader as part of the Disability Confident Scheme (GIS) and actively welcome applications from people with disabilities.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. Review GXO's candidate privacy statement here.