I am delighted to be partnering exclusively with a highly reputable organisation to recruit a People Advisor. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced HR professional to join a forward‑thinking business in a remote role, with regular travel across sites in Cambridgeshire, London and Essex.
This position would suit a hands‑on, proactive individual who thrives in a fast‑paced environment and is confident managing complex employee relations cases. You will play a key role in supporting managers, driving people initiatives, and ensuring best practice across the employee lifecycle.
Working closely with the People Partner, you will deliver a high‑quality, generalist HR service, combining remote support with on‑site engagement. You will build strong relationships with stakeholders and provide practical, solution‑focused guidance across a variety of HR matters.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide first‑line advice on HR policies, procedures, and best practice
* Support and coach managers on employee relations, wellbeing, absence, and employment law
* Manage a range of ER cases including grievances, disciplinaries, investigations, and absence
* Maintain and update HR systems (HRIS) with accuracy
* Support employee lifecycle processes including contracts, flexible working, maternity, and exits
* Assist with payroll processes and resolve related queries
* Ensure data integrity through regular audits and system checks
* Support HR system improvements, automation, and user adoption
* Produce HR reports and dashboards to support decision‑making
* Travel regularly to sites to provide on‑the‑ground support
Qualifications
* Previous experience in a generalist HR/People Advisor role
* Background in retail, education, or hospitality is highly desirable
* Strong experience managing complex employee relations cases
* Solid knowledge of UK employment law
* Experience working with HR systems and data reporting
* A hands‑on, pragmatic approach with the ability to “hit the ground running”
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
* Flexible and willing to travel regularly to multiple sites
Benefits
* Salary up to £42,000
* Great benefits
* Fully remote role with travel to sites
* Opportunity to join a supportive and reputable organisation
EA First Ltd are acting as an Employment Agency for this permanent vacancy.
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