Job Details
Salary Range: PO3, GBP 47,046 : GBP 50,949 per annum
Work Location: Strategic Headquarters, Eastleigh (Hybrid Working)
Hours per week: 37 hours per week
Contract Type: Permanent
Closing Date: 12 April 2026 23:59 hours
Interviews: CVF based interviews will be held week commencing 27 April 2026
Intended start date: 24 August 2
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Hampshire and Isle of Wight Constabulary (HIOWC) is a diverse organisation that provides policing and support to more than 2 million residents. As an employer we recognise
it is our workforce that are central to everything we do to enable the highest level of public service. We aim to provide a supportive and dynamic working environment where
staff and officers can achieve their full potential, have a healthy work:life balance, and feel valued for what they do.
Please see the
Senior HR Advisor
role profile for more information
The Role
Hampshire and Isle of Wight Constabulary has an exciting opportunity available for an HR professional to join our People and Development Services function on a permanent full time contract.
Working as a Senior HR Advisor, and r
eporting to the People Services Manager (Policy and Reward team), this role will operate in a dynamic, fast:paced environment, managing a small team of HR Professionals in the People and Development Support team who oversee key administrative processes for the Force and respond to a wide range of queries as the first point of contact into the People and Development function.
The successful candidate will need to demonstrate their ability to build a wide range of knowledge on people policies and processes in order to ensure the team can maintain its delivery to the Constabulary.
Effective communication skills, ability to build strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders, previous experience in a similar role and demonstrating skills in leading and developing a team are a key requirement. Knowledge of IT systems including SAP, and reporting and analytical skills are also desirable.
You will need to be educated to QCF Level 6 or have work experience deemed to have brought the post holder to a comparable level. You will also need to possess a Level 7 CIPD qualification or have equivalent experience to MCIPD level.
All role holders will need to undergo and maintain appropriate vetting in order to carry out the full duties of the role.
Whilst the role is contractually based at HIOWC's Strategic Headquarters in Eastleigh, hybrid working will be available to those joining the team. Applicants must also be aware
that there will be a requirement to travel to policing sites within Hampshire and Isle of Wight as required.
What we can offer you
This is a challenging and rewarding role. We offer continued support and professional development opportunities, as well as a competitive benefits package, including:
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Flexible working opportunities
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Hybrid Working
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Minimum 25 days annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays, increasing to 29 after 5 years' service (pro rata for part time hours)
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An attractive contributory pension scheme (Local Government Pension Scheme)
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Access to Tax:Free Childcare Scheme
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Interest free travel loans and discounts i.e. Cycle to Work scheme
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Access to Hampshire Police Leisure and Sport
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Gym facilities across a number of police sites as well as dual gym services with Hampshire and Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service in a number of co:located building including Strategic Headquarters, Eastleigh
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Access to the Blue Light Card
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Extensive wellbeing offer and welfare support including access to an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
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Access to staff network groups
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Family friendly policies
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Free parking on site (and overflow parking)
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Commitment to enhancing development, career progression and CPD of People and Development