HR Advisor (ER) 6-month FTC

HR Advisor (FTC – 3 to 6 Months)

Location: Peterborough (4 days per week onsite)

Travel: Required once a month/as required to London and West Drayton sites

Contract: Fixed-Term (3-6 months)

Reporting to: Senior HR Business Partner

We are seeking an experienced HR Advisor for a 3-6-month fixed term contract, primarily based in Peterborough. This is a hands-on, operationally focused role with a strong emphasis on Employee Relations.

You will take ownership of a range of complex ER cases, managing them end-to-end while ensuring best practice, compliance, and a positive employee experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a high volume of Employee Relations cases end-to-end, including disciplinary, grievance, absence management, performance, and workplace investigations
• Provide expert advice and guidance to managers on ER issues, ensuring consistency and alignment with company policy and employment law
• Lead and support complex and sensitive cases, including investigations and hearings
• Ensure all ER cases are handled in a fair, timely, and legally compliant manner
• Support line managers in building confidence and capability in handling people matters
• Maintain accurate documentation and case records, producing reports and insights where required
• Identify trends in ER activity and provide recommendations to mitigate risk and improve practices
• Collaborate with wider HR teams to ensure a consistent and high-quality HR service

Key Requirements

• Proven experience in a HR Advisor or similar role within a fast-paced environment
• Strong Employee Relations expertise, with demonstrable experience managing complex cases independently
• Solid knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice
• Experience in coaching, mentoring, or developing junior HR colleagues
• Excellent communication and influencing skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels
• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Professional, pragmatic, and solutions-focused approach

Working Pattern

• 4 days per week onsite in Peterborough, travel to London and West Drayton required (once a month/as required)