Group People Advisor &
Policy Lead
Location: Barons Eden Group (multi-site role with occasional travel)
Reporting to: Group Head of HR / Chief People Officer
About the Role
We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Group People Advisor &
Policy Lead to join our People Team. This is a varied, group-wide role
combining hands-on HR support with ownership of policy development and
governance across the Barons Eden Group.
You’ll play a key role in
delivering high-quality HR support throughout the employee lifecycle while
ensuring our policies remain compliant, consistent, and aligned with our
culture and values. This role offers the opportunity to influence both
operational HR delivery and strategic policy development across multiple sites.
Key Responsibilities
People Support
* Providing expert HR guidance to managers across the
full employee lifecycle, including employee relations, onboarding, and
offboarding
* Maintaining accurate HR records, trackers, and
systems in line with GDPR requirements
* Producing and analysing HR metrics (e.g. absence,
turnover, headcount) to support decision-making
* Supporting employee engagement initiatives and
internal communications
* Coordinating HR meetings, including agenda
preparation and minute-taking
* Providing administrative support to the People
Team, including organisational charts and purchase orders
* Supporting redundancy processes and consultations
* Administering employee benefits and payroll-related
submissions (e.g. bonuses, awards, referrals)
* Supporting performance review processes and provide
guidance to managers on appraisal systems
Policy Design & Development
* Drafting, reviewing, and maintaining HR policies in
line with employment legislation and best practice
* Recommending policy improvements and new
initiatives to senior management
* Developing supporting guidance, templates, and
communications
* Providing advice on policy interpretation and
application
* Partnering with HR leadership to ensure fairness,
consistency, and cultural alignment
* Supporting the rollout of policy updates through
training and communication
Health & Safety
* Maintaining awareness of Health & Safety
requirements within People processes
* Understanding and adhering to fire and evacuation
procedures
About You
Essential
* Have excellent communication and interpersonal
skills
* Have excellent organisation and attention to detail
* Have the ability to analyse data and solve complex
problems
* Have a good understanding of HR policies,
procedures, and employment law
* Be proficient in Microsoft Office and HR systems
* Have the ability to work independently and across
multiple sites
* Be professional, proactive, and highly confidential
approach
* Hold a CIPD Level 5 (or equivalent experience)
Desirable
* Have experience in a multi-site or hospitality
environment
* Have experience with digital HR systems and policy
platforms
* Have knowledge of employee engagement and wellbeing
initiatives
* Have the ability to demonstrable experience in
policy development
Additional Information
* Salary: £29,000 - £33,000
* 40 hours per week - Monday
to Friday (0830-1700hrs)
* Due to some of the rural
locations and the need for site visits, candidates must have access to
their own vehicle
* Please note that we are
unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role. Applicants must have the
legal right to work in the UK and not require future sponsorship
Why Join Barons Eden?
You’ll be part of a collaborative and forward-thinking People Team, with the
opportunity to make a real impact across a growing group. This role offers
variety, autonomy, and the chance to shape how HR policies and practices are
delivered across the business.
What We Offer
* Complimentary Spa Day on work anniversaries at any
of our company spas
* Coffee, tea and snacks from our kitchen
* Access to the Employee Assistance Program
* 30% discount on overnight stays and spa days
* Discounts on food, drink and retail across our
venues
* Pension scheme
* Free Parking
* Refer-a-Friend scheme
* Excellent Induction and training programme
* Perkbox Online benefits and discounts
* On-line Doctor support (appointments/prescriptions)
* A fun, supportive and inclusive work environment
with loads of development opportunities
People say you can’t choose
your family, well we choose you to be part of ours!