Job Description
HR Advisor – 3-Month FTC (Potential to Extend)
Location: WoodbridgeHours: Flexible – 3 to 5 days per week (Full-time or Part-time considered)
Salary: £30,000-£35,000 FTEContract: 3-month Fixed Term Contract (Extension possible depending on ongoing cover needs)
A well established Woodbridge based organisation is seeking an experienced HR Advisor to provide interim support during a period of long term sickness absence. This is an excellent opportunity for an immediately available HR professional who is confident managing their own caseload across two busy businesses.
About the Role
You will support a workforce of approximately 290 employees within the main business and an additional 80 employees within a sister company. This role will suit someone organised, proactive, and comfortable working autonomously.
Key responsibilities include:
* Managing a range of employee relations casework, such as disciplinaries, grievances, performance issues, or long-term sick leave
* Providing HR guidance and support to managers and staff
* Supporting recruitment processes from end to end
* Handling a wide range of generalist HR duties
* Maintaining and updating HR information systems and records
* Supporting work on employee benefits, onboarding, and compliance
About You
To succeed in this role, you will have:
* CIPD qualification (ideally level 5)
* Strong experience as an HR Advisor with solid casework handling
* Proven ability to manage absence and sickness processes
* Confidence supporting recruitment and generalist HR activities
* Experience using HR systems and maintaining accurate employee data
* Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills
* Ability to work across two businesses and manage a varied workload
* A professional, approachable, and solution-focused approach
An Enhanced DBS Check (Adults & Children) is required.
Contract & Flexibility
This is a 3-month fixed-term contract with the potential to be extended depending on ongoing requirements. The organisation offers flexibility and welcomes applicants seeking 3–5 days per week.
To discuss in more detail, please contact Adele in the REED Ipswich office: