Carlisle, England, United Kingdom
Company: Bitrecruit
Client / Employer: Occupop
Posted: 20.05.2026
Job Information
* Location: Carlisle
* Client / Employer: Occupop
* Job reference: 507843b602cef9ec0ff9d209904892a1
* Listing type: Basic
* EU work permit required: No
* Posted: 20.05.2026
* Closing date: 04.07.2026
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.
HR & Training Advisor
Carlisle | Full‑time (Mon‑Fri) | £36,000 - £40,000
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
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