HR Advisor Part time 25/30 hours per week
Location: Hitchin
Salary: £35,000 – £40,000 per annum (pro rata)
Hours: Part-time - flexible working days
Contract: Permanent
A well-established and respected organisation based in Hitchin is seeking a confident and experienced HR Advisor to join their team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a generalist HR professional looking for a standalone role with variety, autonomy, and the ability to make a real impact.
The Role
As HR Advisor, you’ll provide professional support across the full employee lifecycle, ensuring legal compliance and best practice in all HR matters. You’ll work closely with senior leadership and line managers, offering guidance on everything from employee relations to recruitment, training, and performance management.
Key Responsibilities
Provide HR advice and support to managers across all people-related matters
Manage recruitment campaigns and support selection processes
Lead on employee relations including disciplinaries, grievances, and performance issues
Oversee absence management and return-to-work processes
Maintain and update HR policies, procedures, and employee handbooks
Support training and development initiatives
Liaise with payroll to ensure accurate data for hourly-paid staff
Maintain GDPR-compliant employee records using HR systems (Moorepay)
Coordinate Health & Safety activities in collaboration with senior management
Contribute to a positive and inclusive workplace culture
What We’re Looking For
CIPD qualified (Level 3 or above)
Minimum 2 years’ experience in a generalist HR role
Strong working knowledge of UK employment law
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Confident working independently and advising senior managers
Well-organised, proactive, and able to manage multiple priorities
Experience in manufacturing or industrial environments (desirable)
Familiarity with Moorepay or similar HR/payroll systems (desirable)
What’s on Offer
Competitive salary: £35K–£40K (pro rata)
Flexible working hours (up to 30 hours/week)
23 days holiday + bank holidays (plus paid Christmas shutdown)
Auto-enrolment pension scheme
Life assurance cover
Free on-site parking
Supportive and stable working environment
If you're a passionate HR professional looking for a role where you can truly make a difference, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now or get in touch for more information