We are working with a well-established, UK-based organisation to recruit a Part-Time HR Advisor to join their HR team. This is a people-focused business with a strong values-led culture, where collaboration, fairness and employee wellbeing sit at the heart of how the organisation operates.
The HR Advisor will support the HR Manager in delivering a professional, proactive and compliant HR service across the business. This role provides confidential and practical HR support to managers and employees, ensuring policies are applied consistently, employee relations matters are managed effectively and HR processes run smoothly.
The Role
Employee Relations
* Providing accurate and timely advice to managers on HR policies, procedures and employment legislation
* Supporting and managing employee relations cases including sickness absence, disciplinary, grievance, capability and performance matters
* Attending and supporting formal meetings, hearings and investigations
* Maintaining up-to-date case notes and ensuring all documentation is compliant
* Complying with Health & Safety policies, including general housekeeping responsibilities
HR Administration
* Producing HR documentation including letters, contracts and contract amendments
* Ensuring HR processes comply with legal, regulatory and audit requirements
Learning & Development
* Identifying training needs through performance discussions and employee relations cases
* Supporting the coordination of training and development programmes
Policy & Process Improvement
* Assisting with the review and update of HR policies and procedures to ensure legal compliance
* Contributing to projects and initiatives aimed at improving HR service delivery
Performance & Development
* Supporting the performance management process, including objectives, probation reviews and development plans
General HR Support
* Responding to routine HR enquiries from employees and managers
* Supporting wellbeing, engagement and wider HR initiatives
* Providing cover for the HR Manager during periods of absence
Recruitment Support
* Supporting recruitment campaigns, including reviewing job descriptions and advertising roles
* Participating in interviews alongside line managers and supporting selection decisions
* Overseeing onboarding and induction to ensure a positive new starter experience
The Person
* CIPD Level 5 qualified
* Proven experience in an HR Advisor role
* Strong knowledge of employment law and HR best practice
* Experience managing complex employee relations cases
* Excellent organisational, prioritisation and problem-solving skills
* Strong communication skills with the ability to build effective working relationships
* Experience using HR information systems
* High level of discretion with the ability to handle confidential information appropriately
The Package
* Salary: £34,000 – £35,000 pro rata, plus bonus
* 23 days holiday, increasing with length of service
* Private medical scheme and life assurance (after qualifying period)
* Pension scheme (employer and employee contributions)
* Free parking
* Part-time hours: 22.5 per week, worked either:
* 3 full days, or
* 5 days at 4.5 hours per day