HR Advisor - The University of Surrey Location: Stag Hill & Manor Park Campuses, Guildford, Surrey Working Style - Hybrid - 2/3 days per week on site Contract Type: Full-time | FTC 12/15 months Salary: £38,000 to £45,000 pro rata Are you ready to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic and forward-thinking academic environment? Tate Recruitment are working with The University of Surrey to seek a proactive and knowledgeable HR Advisor to join their collaborative HR Advisory team. This is a fantastic opportunity to shape the employee experience, drive continuous improvement, and support the delivery of strategic People Plans across the University. About the Role As an HR Advisor, you'll be at the heart of their employee relations landscape, providing expert guidance, managing complex cases, and supporting the implementation of key HR initiatives. You'll work closely with HR Business Partners and specialist teams to ensure their people practices are legally sound, strategically aligned, and culturally enriching. Key Responsibilities Deliver expert advice on employment law, HR policies, and procedures Lead on conflict resolution and employee relations case management Support change initiatives including TUPE and organisational development Coach and develop managers in effective people management and leadership Collaborate on central HR projects and policy development Ensure compliance and drive continuous improvement in HR practicesWhat We're Looking For Strong working knowledge of UK employment law Proven experience in employee relations and HR advisory roles, ideally within Health or Education sectors Excellent communication and influencing skills across all levels Ability to manage a varied workload with autonomy and agility A commitment to equality, sustainability, and safe working practicesWhy Join the University At The University of Surrey, they don't just support careers-they nurture them. You'll be part of a vibrant community that values innovation, collaboration, and personal growth. They offer: A supportive and inclusive work culture Access to professional development and training Generous annual leave and pension scheme Beautiful campus with state-of-the-art facilitiesApply today and help shape the future of people practices at The University of Surrey. Please be aware this advert will remain open until the vacancy has been filled. Interviews will take place throughout this period, therefore we encourage you to apply early to avoid disappointment. Tate is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Tate is committed to promoting equal opportunities. To ensure that every candidate has the best experience with us, we encourage you to let us know if there are any adjustments we can make during the application or interview process. Your comfort and accessibility are our priority, and we are here to support you every step of the way. Additionally, we value and respect your individuality, and we invite you to share your preferred pronouns in your application