HR Advisor

We’re on the hunt for an HR Advisor who’s ready to get stuck into everything from employee relations and recruitment to apprenticeships and event planning. No two days are the same—and that’s exactly how you like it.

As an HR Advisor, you’ll be actively involved in all aspects of the employee lifecycle, providing a high-quality and professional HR service across the organisation. This is a hands-on, varied role requiring strong relationship-building, sound HR knowledge, and a proactive approach to supporting both employees and managers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Build Strong Partnerships:
  Develop collaborative relationships with Heads of Departments to understand their needs and provide effective people support.
• Proactive HR Support:
  Regularly meet with department managers to advise on staff retention, performance, absence, wellbeing, and conduct.
• Employee Relations:
  Assist with, and where appropriate lead, investigations and disciplinary or grievance processes in line with policy.
• Employee Support:
  Respond promptly to employee queries, ensuring advice is consistent with HR policies and procedures.
• Data & Reporting:
  Use the HR Information System (HRIS) to generate and analyse reports, helping to inform decisions and identify trends.
• Apprenticeship Coordination:
  Oversee the apprenticeship programme, liaising with training providers, line managers, and apprentices to ensure a smooth process.
• Project Involvement:
  Support wider HR initiatives and contribute to ongoing projects across the department.
• Policy & Procedure Management:
  Review, update, and contribute to the development of HR policies to reflect current legislation and business goals.
• Encourage Innovation:
  Identify opportunities for improvement and help drive change within HR practices.
• HR Administration:
  Support administrative processes including onboarding, documentation, and employee lifecycle updates.
• Internal Communications:
  Help ensure HR updates and relevant information are communicated clearly to employees.
• Recruitment Support:
  Assist with recruitment activities as needed, from job posting to onboarding.
• Employer Branding:
  Contribute to social media and content creation efforts to help attract talent and promote a positive workplace culture.
• Compliance Checks:
  Ensure all right-to-work and pre-employment checks are completed accurately and in line with legal requirements.
• Onboarding:
  Facilitate the onboarding process to ensure new employees have a seamless and welcoming start.
• System Support:
  Troubleshoot basic issues in the HRIS, respond to user queries, and escalate technical issues when required.
• Inbox Management:
  Monitor and respond to HR inbox queries during the HR Manager’s absence.
• Team Events & Engagement:
  Assist in planning and delivering staff social events to enhance morale and engagement.
• Maintain Standards:
  Ensure HR spaces are kept professional and that all activities remain GDPR compliant.
• Additional Duties:
  Carry out any other reasonable tasks within the scope of the role to support the wider HR team and business needs.

Hours

• 39 hours per week (Monday to Friday)
• Core hours: 9:00am – 5:30pm

Benefits

• Free meals on duty
• Free onsite parking and discounted EV charging
• Free staff transport from selected locations
• Access to gym, exercise classes and spa facilities
• Employee Wellbeing Programme
• Discounts on retail, treatments, and dining
• Friends & family discounts (T&Cs apply)

If you’re ready to make a real difference in a people-focused environment and want to be part of a supportive and award-winning team, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now and take the next step in your HR journey.