HR Advisor
Hybrid | Milton Keynes
I am currently recruiting for an exciting HR Advisor opportunity on behalf of a long-standing client, a forward-thinking organisation with operations across the UK and Ireland. They are known for their inclusive, collaborative culture and are looking for someone who can really make an impact within their growing HR function.
The Role
This is a great opportunity for an experienced HR Advisor or Generalist who enjoys variety and autonomy. You will be providing day-to-day HR support across the UK and Ireland, working closely with managers and employees to deliver practical, people-focused solutions. The role is broad and hands-on, covering everything from recruitment and employee relations to performance management, policy development, and HR projects.
Key Responsibilities
Provide proactive HR advice and support to managers and employees on a wide range of people matters, including employee relations, performance management, absence, and disciplinary issues.
Manage end-to-end recruitment processes — drafting job descriptions, posting adverts, screening candidates, conducting interviews, and managing offers.
Ensure full compliance with UK and Irish employment legislation, keeping policies and procedures up to date.
Handle employee relations cases including investigations, grievances, and disciplinaries with professionalism and care.
Support performance reviews and development conversations, helping managers build effective, engaged teams.
Maintain accurate employee data and HR systems in line with GDPR.
Contribute to HR initiatives around engagement, diversity & inclusion, and well-being.
Support with learning and development coordination, identifying training needs and helping deliver programmes. About You
Proven experience as an HR Advisor or HR Generalist (multi-site or cross-border experience a plus).
Strong knowledge of UK employment law (Irish law experience highly desirable).
Excellent communicator, able to build strong relationships at all levels.
Organised, proactive, and confident managing multiple priorities.
CIPD Level 5 or equivalent experience.
Good HR systems knowledge and confident with Microsoft Office