Job Title: HR Advisor
Department: Human Resources
Reporting to: HR Manager
Role Overview
We are seeking an experienced HR Advisor to take end-to-end responsibility for HR activity within a dedicated area of the business. Acting as the primary HR contact, the role will combine hands-on advisory support with oversight and accountability for HR Operations.
The postholder will work closely with managers to deliver consistent, legally compliant and commercially focused HR solutions.
Key Responsibilities:
End-to-End HR Accountability
Act as the primary HR point of contact for an allocated business area/function
Hold overall responsibility for the quality, accuracy and timeliness of HR activity within the area
Build strong, trusted relationships with managers and stakeholders
Employee Relations & Advisory
Lead and manage employee relations casework including disciplinary, grievance, absence management, performance and capability
Provide advice on complex and sensitive people matters
Support and attend formal meetings as required
Oversight of HR Operations
Actively overseeing and coordinating HR transactional activity delivered by HR Operations, acting as the escalation point for the business area
Ensuring that employee lifecycle processes (onboarding, contracts, variations, leavers, etc.) are completed accurately, on time and in line with policy
Monitoring service levels, identifying gaps or delays, and implementing improvements in collaboration with HR Operations
Reviewing and approving key documentation relevant to the business area
Acting as the point of contact for managers and employees where HR operational issues arise
Manager Support & Coaching
Coach and support managers to build capability in people management
Ensure consistent application of HR policies and procedures
Provide guidance on performance management, absence and conduct
Policy, Compliance & Best Practice
Ensure HR activity within the business area complies with UK employment legislation
Support the HR Manager in the implementation and review of HR policies and procedures
Keep up to date with changes in employment law and best practice
HR Projects & Change
Support and lead HR initiatives and change activity within the allocated area
Contribute to wider HR projects across the organisation
Reporting & Insight
Provide HR metrics and insights for the business area
Use data to identify trends, risks and improvement opportunities
Essential Skills & Experience
CIPD Level 5 qualification (minimum)
Proven experience in a generalist HR Advisor role
Strong knowledge of UK employment law
Experience managing employee relations casework independently
Experience working with HR administration or shared service models
Ability to influence and build effective relationships at all levels
Strong organisational and communication skills