I am delighted to be partnering exclusively with a highly reputable organisation to recruit a People Advisor. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced HR professional to join a forward-thinking business in a remote role, with regular travel across sites in Cambridgeshire, London and Essex.
This position would suit a hands-on, proactive individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is confident managing complex employee relations cases. You will play a key role in supporting managers, driving people initiatives, and ensuring best practice across the employee lifecycle.
Working closely with the People Partner, you will deliver a high-quality, generalist HR service, combining remote support with on-site engagement. You will build strong relationships with stakeholders and provide practical, solution-focused guidance across a variety of HR matters.
Key Responsibilities
Provide first-line advice on HR policies, procedures, and best practice
Support and coach managers on employee relations, wellbeing, absence, and employment law
Manage a range of ER cases including grievances, disciplinaries, investigations, and absence
Maintain and update HR systems (HRIS) with accuracy
Support employee lifecycle processes including contracts, flexible working, maternity, and exits
Assist with payroll processes and resolve related queries
Ensure data integrity through regular audits and system checks
Support HR system improvements, automation, and user adoption
Produce HR reports and dashboards to support decision-making
Travel regularly to sites to provide on-the-ground support
Previous experience in a generalist HR/People Advisor role
Background in retail, education, or hospitality is highly desirable
Strong experience managing complex employee relations cases
Solid knowledge of UK employment law
Experience working with HR systems and data reporting
A hands-on, pragmatic approach with the ability to "hit the ground running
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Flexible and willing to travel regularly to multiple sites
Salary up to £42,000
Great benefits
Fully remote role with travel to sites
Opportunity to join a supportive and reputable organisation
EA First Ltd are acting as an Employment Agency for this permanent vacancy