HR & Training Advisor
Carlisle | Full-time (Mon-Fri) | £36,000 - £40,000
We're looking for a confident, hands-on HR & Training Advisor to become a visible and embedded part of our business. This is not a desk-based HR role you'll be on the ground, working alongside managers, influencing day-to-day decisions, and raising the standard of people management across the organisation.
You'll combine practical HR advisory work with ownership of training and development, playing a key role in improving onboarding, strengthening line management capability, and supporting employees throughout the full lifecycle.
Working closely with an experienced external HR Consultant / Fractional HR Director, you'll be supported, mentored, and developed with a clear pathway to step into a more senior HR role as the business grows.
What you'll be doing
HR Advisory & Employee Relations
* Act as the go-to HR contact for managers and employees, providing clear, practical advice
* Support and lead on performance, conduct, absence, and welfare cases
* Manage investigations, disciplinary and grievance processes
* Handle long-term sickness and complex employee situations
* Escalate higher-risk cases while building your own capability
Line Manager Support & Development
* Coach and guide managers on handling people issues confidently
* Support difficult conversations and decision-making
* Help build a stronger, more accountable management culture
* Contribute to practical tools, templates, and guidance
Onboarding & Induction
* Improve and oversee onboarding across office staff and Security Officers
* Ensure strong, consistent induction experiences from day one
* Support probation processes and early intervention check-ins
* Take ownership of vetting and screening processes (including compliance requirements)
Training & Development
* Deliver and manage the company's training plan
* Identify skills gaps and support development planning
* Design and deliver in-house training (HR, management, behaviours, onboarding)
* Support apprentices and liaise with training providers
* Maintain accurate training records and reporting
Training Centre & Accreditation
* Support the running of the accredited training centre
* Take on Internal Verification (IV) responsibilities over time
* Maintain awarding body relationships and audit readiness
* Contribute to course quality and continuous improvement
HR Projects & Compliance
* Maintain and update HR policies in line with UK employment law
* Support compliance and best practice across the business
* Produce HR data and insights (absence, turnover, ER, training)
* Support wider people projects and continuous improvement
What we're looking for
Essential
* Minimum 3 years' HR generalist experience (Advisor level or similar)
* Strong working knowledge of UK employment law
* Confident handling employee relations and casework
* Comfortable delivering training and coaching managers
* Able to build trust while also challenging when needed
* Hands-on, proactive, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
* Strong communication and organisational skills
* CIPD Level 5 (or working towards) or equivalent experience
Desirable
* Experience delivering onboarding or management training
* Exposure to investigations, disciplinary and grievance processes
* Knowledge of training centre operations or accreditation (IV/IQA)
* Experience in operational sectors (security, FM, logistics, construction, etc.)
* L&D or training qualification
* IQA qualification (or willingness to obtain)
Why join us?
* Be part of a business where HR is visible and valued
* Opportunity to build and shape processes from the ground up
* Work closely with an experienced HR Consultant for mentoring and development
* Clear pathway to progress into a senior HR role
* Varied, hands-on role where you'll see the impact of your work
Apply now
If you're looking for a role where you can build your experience in a busy, hands-on environment, we'd love to hear from you.
You're welcome to include a short cover note outlining your relevant experience and interest in the role.