About Us
We're a proudly family-owned and run business, passionate about creating and maintaining beautiful garden landscapes. Over the years, we've grown steadily thanks to our hardworking team, loyal clients, and strong values rooted in trust, care, and community.
As our business continues to expand, we're looking for an HR & Recruitment Advisor to join our close-knit team. This is a key role where you'll help shape our team culture, support employee wellbeing, and find great people who share our values. You'll also support the day-to-day running of our office and assist with business projects as needed.
About the Role
We're not a corporate office; we're a team that rolls up our sleeves and supports one another. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys variety, takes initiative, and thrives in a collaborative, people-focused environment.
You'll be responsible for leading HR and recruitment efforts across the business, while also helping with general office admin and ad-hoc projects - one of these projects will be leading on the implementation of an online HR platform and review of existing processes to create a more efficient and scalable HR function.
Your Key Responsibilities
Recruitment & Talent
* Manage the full recruitment process from job posting to onboarding
* Attract candidates via job boards, agencies, and networking
* Build relationships with potential candidates and keep talent pipelines warm
* Coordinate background checks and clearances when required
* Represent the business at job fairs and local events
HR Operations & Strategy
* Advise and support directors with people strategy and planning
* Develop and maintain HR policies and procedures
* Create onboarding and training programmes to help new starters succeed
* Keep employee records up to date and generate useful HR reports
* Work with schools, colleges, or local partners to promote our business
Employee Relations & Culture
* Be a go-to support for employees and managers on all HR matters
* Handle employee relations such as absence management, return-to-work interviews, or performance discussions
* Promote a positive, healthy, and respectful working environment
* Conduct exit interviews and help us learn from feedback
Compliance & Admin
* Ensure we're up to date and compliant with UK employment laws
* Keep personnel files, contracts, and documentation organised
* Support with payroll tasks (experience a bonus, not essential)
* Manage holiday and leave schedules
* Help with wider business admin and occasional office duties
What Success Looks Like
* A well-organised, supportive HR function that our team can rely on
* Smooth hiring processes and great candidate experiences
* A happy, engaged workforce with low staff turnover
* Positive working relationships across all areas of the business
* Trusted HR advice and visible improvements in culture and operations
Who We're Looking For
* Solid experience in HR and full-cycle recruitment
* Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practices
* A friendly, down-to-earth communicator who can work with everyone, from gardeners, landscapers, administrators and directors
* Well-organised, reliable, and able to manage their own workload
* CIPD qualified (or working towards it)
* Previous experience implementing a HRIS
What We Offer
* Competitive salary: £35,000–£40,000 per year
* Company pension
* Free on-site parking
* Hours 7am – 12pm Monday to Friday (on site)
* A supportive, friendly team environment where your work makes a real difference
If you're looking to bring your HR skills into a business where people matter, and where no two days are the same, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply now with a cover letter and help us grow a business, and a team, that thrives.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £35,000.00-£40,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Company pension
* Flexitime
* On-site parking
Application question(s):
* Are you CIPD qualified or working towards it?
Experience:
* HR: 2 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person