We are ASICS. And our five letters have meaning. ‘Anima Sana in Corpore Sano’ or a Sound Mind in a Sound Body. We’re committed to supporting more people to experience the transformative power of movement. 

So, this is your chance to join a truly purpose-driven brand and become part of a family. You will join a company focused on creating an inclusive environment that fosters diversity and individualism, healthy bodies, and healthy minds. 

We are looking for a Facilities and HR Advisor to support the UK and Ireland business to ensure that we offer a people first approach whilst maintaining safe, compliant and engaging environments. This a busy generalist role with wide and varied tasks to get stuck into.

Here at ASICS, we welcome diversity in our people, their backgrounds and life experiences. So, you could be the right person for this role regardless of your age, nationality, religious beliefs, or gender identification. 

How you’ll help us.        

Based in our UK and Ireland head office in Warrington, reporting to the HR Director, as part of the role, you’ll be responsible for: 

Facilities Management: 

• Co-ordinate repairs, maintenance and all health and safety compliance
• Liaise with contractors, landlords and suppliers to manage contracts, cleaners, utilities and building compliance
• Carry out regular audits and inspections to ensure high office standards are maintained
• Keep accurate records of leases, maintenance schedules and compliance certificates
• Responsible for company car fleet; sourcing vehicles, supporting team members with any issues, completing reports for head office

HR:

• Act as first point of contact for day-to-day HR queries for wholesale and retail
• Offer first line HR advice to Managers (wholesale & retail staff) as needed
• Keep up to date with latest employment legislation
• Promote equality and diversity as part of the culture of the organization
• Work closely with HR Operations team in Head Office to ensure smooth processes for employees
• Co-ordinate job ads, organise interviews and liaise with central recruitment team in Head Office
• Mentor and guide new joiners with their onboarding
• Co-ordinate local training courses
• Create new and fresh engagement activities in line with ‘sound mind sound body philosophy’

Does this sound like you?        

• You’re a team player. Working with others and supporting others brings out the best in your abilities.     
• You’re proactive. You identify and pursue opportunities.     
• You’re strong-willed. You thrive when presented with problem-solving opportunities.    
• You’re conscientious. You show great self-awareness when working with others.     
• You’re thorough. You pride yourself on your accurate and careful approach.    
• You’re a multitasker. You thrive on being busy with a wide variety of tasks across the full HR and Facilities scope. 

More about you.    

• Solid understanding of UK employment law and practical HR experience (CIPD qualified level 5)
• IOSH/NEBOSH or facilities related qualification advantageous
• You must be confident and experienced in dealing with a wide range of Employee Relations casework
• You will be a strong communicator who can confidently engage with stakeholders and colleagues at all levels and challenge the status quo
• A collaborative, adaptable, and resilient approach with a passion for people.

Join our team

When you join ASICS, you join a family and become part of something special. We know that sport means so much more than physical activity alone. It’s about coming together, sharing experiences and enhancing our all-round wellbeing.

That’s why we practice what we preach. You’ll join a company focused on creating an inclusive environment that fosters diversity and individualism, healthy bodies and healthy minds. As an employer, we offer a range of benefits and services to our people to experience the positive impact of movement, every day.

We look forward to receiving your application online – just send your CV and motivation letter via our career page.