The Opportunity
Seymour John are pleased to be partnering with a well-established and growing organisation to recruit a HR Advisor on a 12-month fixed-term contract.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive HR team, playing a key role in delivering a high-quality people service across the business.
You will work closely with managers and employees on a broad range of HR matters, including employee relations, recruitment, employee engagement, talent development and organisational change.
Key responsibilities will include:
- Providing HR advice and guidance on employee relations matters including absence, disciplinary, grievance, performance and capability cases
- Coaching and supporting managers on people-related issues and best practice
- Assisting with recruitment, onboarding and wider employee lifecycle activities
- Analysing HR data and producing insights and recommendations
- Supporting learning and development initiatives and employee development programmes
- Assisting with organisational change projects, restructures and consultations
- Reviewing and improving HR policies, processes and systems
- Contributing to employee engagement, wellbeing and inclusion initiatives
Personal Profile
You will be a confident and approachable HR professional who enjoys building strong working relationships and providing practical, people-focused solutions.
Comfortable operating in a fast-paced environment, you will be able to balance employee needs with business objectives whilst offering sound advice and support across a broad range of HR matters.
We are looking for someone who can work collaboratively with managers, take ownership of their workload, and contribute positively to a high-performing People & Culture team.
You will have:
- Previous experience in a HR Advisor, People Advisor, Employee Relations Advisor or similar HR role
- A good understanding of UK employment legislation and HR best practice
- CIPD qualification
- Experience managing employee relations cases including absence, disciplinary, grievance and performance matters
- The ability to confidently advise and coach managers on a range of people-related issues
- Strong communication, organisational and relationship-building skills