Are you passionate about people, culture, and making a real difference at work? If you thrive in a varied, dynamic role and love helping others reach their potential, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.
At Commercial, our People & Culture team supports over 300 team members, making our company not just a workplace, but a community people are proud to be part of.
As a People & Culture Advisor, you'll take on a generalist role covering all aspects of People & Culture – guiding managers and team members, ensuring compliance with employment law and company policies, and promoting best practice in people management. You'll also support the delivery of our People & Culture strategy and contribute to transformational projects across the business.
This is a full-time role, with part-time hours considered (minimum 33 hours per week).
Your responsibilities as a People and Culture Advisor will be:
* Recruitment and talent – partnering with managers to attract, select, and onboard top talent, while driving inclusive practices and promoting opportunities across different channels.
* Employee relations – managing cases such as performance, disciplinary, grievance, absence management and flexible working, ensuring fairness and compliance.
* Advising and supporting managers and team members on policies, procedures, and people matters, ensuring a professional and confidential service.
* Employee engagement & experience – enhancing the employee journey by gathering feedback, analysing engagement surveys, and driving wellbeing initiatives that help people feel supported, valued, and connected.
* Payroll and reward – preparing and checking monthly payroll data in collaboration with our outsourced Payroll Bureau.
* Projects and initiatives – supporting learning, change, wellbeing, and cultural programmes that make Commercial a great place to work.
* Collaboration and development – working closely with the People & Culture team, supporting manager training, and mentoring the People & Culture Administrator.
About you
* A genuine passion for People & Culture and for creating a positive employee experience.
* Previous experience in a HR environment, ideally supporting with employee relations (ER) cases.
* CIPD qualified (ideally Level 5), or a strong desire to work towards the qualification.
* A discreet and professional approach, with the ability to handle sensitive matters confidentially.
* Confidence in advising managers on all areas of people management and development.
* Strong communication skills, with the ability to quickly build rapport and credibility at all levels.
* Someone who thrives in a learning environment and keeps up to date with employment law and industry trends.
* A motivated self-starter with a proactive, can-do attitude.
* Highly organised, with excellent time management and the ability to manage a varied workload.
* Meticulous attention to detail and accuracy in all aspects of work.
* Proficient in Microsoft Office, with strong Excel and PowerPoint skills.
About us
We're Commercial – a purpose-driven, people-first organisation that's on an exciting journey to reach a £100m annual turnover and beyond. But what really defines us isn't just the numbers – it's the people, the culture we've built, and the innovative spirit that drives us forward.
As Business Transformation Specialists, we combine original thinking with practical expertise to improve the everyday experiences and outcomes for our clients. Our areas of specialism include Managed IT, Smart Technologies, Digital Workspace, Interiors, Office Supplies, PPE, Facilities, and Workwear.
In August 2025, we proudly achieved Ecovadis Platinum status, placing us among the top 1% of companies assessed worldwide for sustainability.
We're proud to be #commercialbynature – a team driven by values, sustainability, and continuous improvement.
And now is a particularly exciting time to join us. Our Commercial HQ is undergoing a full refurbishment – and you'll be working in a brand new, state-of-the-art office space, purposefully designed to support creativity, collaboration, and wellbeing.
Our Benefits
We believe that people thrive when they feel truly valued and at Commercial, we make sure that happens every single day. When you join us, you'll enjoy a desirable benefits package designed to support your personal and professional wellbeing, reward your hard work, and help you flourish in all areas of life. Here's what you can look forward to:
* A base salary of up to £35,000 per annum
* An annual bonus scheme of £3,000, paid quarterly upon successful achievement of KPIs
* Hybrid working structure with the flexibility to work from home for part of the week
* A generous holiday allowance of 25 days plus bank holidays, which increases with length of service
* An enhanced family leave package to support you and your growing family
* Life Assurance, offering peace of mind with cover equivalent to four times your salary
* Access to health & wellbeing support – including 24/7 GP access, physiotherapy, and a confidential Employee Assistance Programme
* Free mortgage advice from leading broker Charles Cameron & Associates, available to you, your family, and friends
* Feel-good extras – including volunteering days, onsite parking at all four of our offices, free refreshments, an employee community platform to stay connected to like-minded colleagues, weekly company-wide Learning Days – a chance to share ideas, gain fresh insights, and explore a wide range of topics together, cycle-to-work and EV schemes, flexible working options, and much more
Training and Development
At Commercial, we invest in our people, 86% of our Senior Managers and 80% of our Directors have been promoted within. Whether you're just starting out or looking to grow, your development journey is as unique as you are – and we'll support you every step of the way by offering training and development opportunities for career growth.
Diversity & Inclusion
At Commercial, we believe our differences make us stronger. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels seen, heard, and valued – no matter your background, belief, identity, or way of life.
We're proud to stand beside one another through life's ups, downs, and everything in between. Our Diversity & Inclusion initiatives – including support around menopause, neurodiversity, mental health, and more – are just one of the ways we look out for each other and celebrate what makes us unique.
We hire people, not checklists. So even if you don't tick every box in the job description, we'd still love to hear from you. Your potential, passion and perspective might be exactly what we're looking for
We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender identity, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or socio-economic background.
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