HR Advisor at Howdens in Normanton, England, United Kingdom | Kablio

Role

Description

Requirements

microsoft word

powerpoint

excel

degree

cipd

hr practice

Analysis of MI to inform business decisions, together with sound IT skills, including experience in using Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and basic Excel.
Educated to degree level or equivalent in a business-related subject.
Experience working in a partnering capacity in a fast-paced HR team.
Excellent relationship skills and the ability to partner closely with stakeholders at all levels.
Sound knowledge and understanding of HR practice and current employment legislation and how it applies in an operational context where there are significant peaks in demand.
Able to provide advice to your stakeholders in a considered manner, utilising the subject matter experts of learning and development, recruitment and ER within our HR function.
Experience working in an operational environment.
Working towards or already a member of CIPD.

Benefits

25 days holiday + bank holidays with an opportunity to purchase additional days
Competitive Salary + Bonus
Free lunch at our on-site canteen (site dependent)
A friendly and supportive environment offering exceptional reward and recognition
Free onsite car parking
Pension Plan with a maximum company contribution of 12%
Staff discount

Training + Development

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Interview process

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Visa Sponsorship

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Security clearance

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Company

Overview

£2.3 Billion

Annual Revenue

The company achieves consistent financial success with its revenue reaching over £2.3 billion annually.

£328 Million

Pre-Tax Profits

Annual pre-tax profits stand near £328 million, reflecting strong financial health and growth.

900 Depots

Extensive Distribution Network

The company operates over 900 depots across the UK and internationally, providing reliable service to builders and professionals.

1995

Year Founded

Established in 1995 with 14 depots, the company has grown into a major trade-only kitchen and joinery specialist.

Designs, manufactures, and stocks kitchen cabinets, joinery items, flooring, appliances, and hardware from UK sites for in-stock reliability.
Supports professional builders with locally empowered service across the UK and Europe.
Typical projects include full kitchen fits for homeowners and supplying cabinetry and hardware for builders and developers.
Expanded by launching 11 new kitchen ranges and increasing in-house production of fronts and panels in 2024.
Distinctive for its trade-only, in-stock model and large-scale manufacturing of components in Yorkshire and Cheshire.
Lamona, an integrated kitchen appliance brand launched in 2007, marks expansion into appliances.
Holds a Royal Warrant as supplier of fitted kitchens to the Queen since 2015, highlighting its reputation for quality.

Culture + Values

We do what we say, and we rely on each other to do exactly that, every single day.
Everyone at Howdens is responsible for maintaining our industry‑leading reputation.
The business should be worthwhile for all concerned – customers … suppliers … staff and their families.
Building trust within the company and with our loyal customers and suppliers.

Environment + Sustainability

42% Scope Emissions

Reduction Target

Target to reduce Scope 1 & 2 emissions by 42% by 2030, moving toward a 90% reduction by 2050 (base year 2021).

£3.5M Solar Investment

PV Solar Initiative

Investment in solar panels expected to save ~1,000 t CO₂e annually, contributing ~8% of purchased energy savings.

39T Plastic Removed

Plastic Packaging Reduction

Initiative to remove 39 tonnes of plastic packaging in 2024, saving ~110 t CO₂e.

40% HVO Target

Fleet Sustainability

Target to double HVO use to 40% by end-2025, with 15 LNG vehicles and 4 electric trucks in operation.

Net zero target date: by 2050
Zero to landfill achieved across all UK operations in 2023 and maintained in 2024
Sawdust-to-heat biomass boilers convert over 10,000 tonnes sawdust annually, supplying energy equivalent to 10,000 households
Installed waste-heat recovery saving ~600 t CO₂e/year; Power Radar meters identified ~500 t CO₂e/year savings
100% renewable grid electricity at manufacturing sites; 96% renewable energy at depots
Supplier engagement: Scope 3 is 95% of total emissions; engaged 100+ suppliers (covering ~40% of spend), >50% submitting emissions data and aligned to targets
All timber products FSC or PEFC certified; Greenwich matt kitchen frontals are 100% recyclable

Inclusion & Diversity

31 Wellbeing Representatives

Trained in 2023

Represents the number of trained wellbeing representatives supporting mental and women's health initiatives.

Partnered in 2023 with Wellbeing for Women and ANDY’s Man Club for workplace mental-health webinars
Plans in place to expand wellbeing rep network beyond initial 31
No gender‑related statistics publicly disclosed

Articles

Careers at Howdens

Sustainability at Howdens

Howdens Overview

Company

Overview

£2.3 Billion

Annual Revenue

The company achieves consistent financial success with its revenue reaching over £2.3 billion annually.

£328 Million

Pre-Tax Profits

Annual pre-tax profits stand near £328 million, reflecting strong financial health and growth.

900 Depots

Extensive Distribution Network

The company operates over 900 depots across the UK and internationally, providing reliable service to builders and professionals.

1995

Year Founded

Established in 1995 with 14 depots, the company has grown into a major trade-only kitchen and joinery specialist.

Designs, manufactures, and stocks kitchen cabinets, joinery items, flooring, appliances, and hardware from UK sites for in-stock reliability.
Supports professional builders with locally empowered service across the UK and Europe.
Typical projects include full kitchen fits for homeowners and supplying cabinetry and hardware for builders and developers.
Expanded by launching 11 new kitchen ranges and increasing in-house production of fronts and panels in 2024.
Distinctive for its trade-only, in-stock model and large-scale manufacturing of components in Yorkshire and Cheshire.
Lamona, an integrated kitchen appliance brand launched in 2007, marks expansion into appliances.
Holds a Royal Warrant as supplier of fitted kitchens to the Queen since 2015, highlighting its reputation for quality.

Culture + Values

We do what we say, and we rely on each other to do exactly that, every single day.
Everyone at Howdens is responsible for maintaining our industry‑leading reputation.
The business should be worthwhile for all concerned – customers … suppliers … staff and their families.
Building trust within the company and with our loyal customers and suppliers.

Environment + Sustainability

42% Scope Emissions

Reduction Target

Target to reduce Scope 1 & 2 emissions by 42% by 2030, moving toward a 90% reduction by 2050 (base year 2021).

£3.5M Solar Investment

PV Solar Initiative

Investment in solar panels expected to save ~1,000 t CO₂e annually, contributing ~8% of purchased energy savings.

39T Plastic Removed

Plastic Packaging Reduction

Initiative to remove 39 tonnes of plastic packaging in 2024, saving ~110 t CO₂e.

40% HVO Target

Fleet Sustainability

Target to double HVO use to 40% by end-2025, with 15 LNG vehicles and 4 electric trucks in operation.

Net zero target date: by 2050
Zero to landfill achieved across all UK operations in 2023 and maintained in 2024
Sawdust-to-heat biomass boilers convert over 10,000 tonnes sawdust annually, supplying energy equivalent to 10,000 households
Installed waste-heat recovery saving ~600 t CO₂e/year; Power Radar meters identified ~500 t CO₂e/year savings
100% renewable grid electricity at manufacturing sites; 96% renewable energy at depots
Supplier engagement: Scope 3 is 95% of total emissions; engaged 100+ suppliers (covering ~40% of spend), >50% submitting emissions data and aligned to targets
All timber products FSC or PEFC certified; Greenwich matt kitchen frontals are 100% recyclable

Inclusion & Diversity

31 Wellbeing Representatives

Trained in 2023

Represents the number of trained wellbeing representatives supporting mental and women's health initiatives.

Partnered in 2023 with Wellbeing for Women and ANDY’s Man Club for workplace mental-health webinars
Plans in place to expand wellbeing rep network beyond initial 31
No gender‑related statistics publicly disclosed

Articles

Careers at Howdens

Sustainability at Howdens

Howdens Overview