Group HR Advisor

Morson Talent; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

26 days holiday

Flexible/hybrid model

Learning & development

Health and wellbeing programme

Onsite gym access

Rooftop bar & social area

Meritocracy schemes

Mental health support

Wellbeing apps

Travel and hotel bookings organized

Free parking

Job summary

Morson Human Resources Limited is recruiting for a Group HR Advisor. You will act as a trusted HR contact for managers across the business, delivering practical, people‑focused guidance and supporting employee relations matters with proactive, compliant handling.

The role emphasises building relationships, process improvement, and data‑driven HR support, with a flexible/hybrid working model and development opportunities within the Morson Group.

Qualifications

• Prior experience as HR Assistant/Coordinator/Junior HR Advisor.
• Practical exposure to employee relations cases and HR processes.
• Knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Excellent organisation and ability to manage competing priorities.
• Proactive, self‑motivated approach to development.

Responsibilities

• Be a trusted HR contact for managers and colleagues across the business.
• Provide practical, people‑focused advice and support on HR matters.
• Assist with employee relations cases and maintain ER records.
• Prepare meeting documentation and outcome letters in line with policy.
• Support policy, process and best practice improvements.
• Produce HR and ER reports and manage data.
• Collaborate with HR Shared Services for a seamless employee experience.

Skills

HR experience

Employee relations

UK employment law

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Interpersonal skills

Proactive mindset

Stakeholder management

Education

CIPD Level 3

Job description

Vacancy Name

Group HR Advisor

Vacancy No

VN1048

Business Name

Morson Human Resources Limited

Employment Type

Full-Time

Contract Type

Permanent

Location City

EC3V 3ND, London, England, United Kingdom

About Us

We were founded back in 1969 and have grown from very humble beginnings to a £1.4b global technical recruitment specialist organisation. With over 30 offices UK wide, office in Canada, USA, Australia and Europe, we are the UK's leading technical recruitment agency and the 3rd largest globally. Morson Group consists of multiple specialist practices that offer complex talent solution needs across Engineering and Technology. Ranking nationally as one of the Best Big Companies to work for, whilst being recognised for excelling in the area of Learning and Development, it has never been a better time to explore career opportunities at Morson Group.

About the Role

We're looking for someone who already has a solid grounding in HR and has had exposure to employee relations, but who is now ready to broaden their experience, build their confidence and take greater ownership of HR matters.

This isn't about having years of experience. It's about having the right foundations, the right attitude and the ambition to develop.

Key Responsibilities

You'll become a trusted HR contact for managers and colleagues across the business, providing practical, people-focused advice and helping managers navigate a range of HR matters.

Employee Relations

• Support managers with a range of employee relations matters, including performance, conduct and other people issues.
• Coach and guide managers through difficult conversations, helping them build their own confidence rather than simply taking issues away from them.
• Prepare meeting documentation, notes and outcome letters in line with policy and best practice.
• Maintain accurate records of ER cases and ensure appropriate follow-up.
• Know when to seek advice and elevate matters involving greater complexity, risk or seniority.
• Take part in ER case reviews and learning sessions to continuously develop your knowledge and capability.

Manager & Stakeholder Support

• Build strong, credible relationships with managers and key stakeholders.
• Become a reliable and approachable point of contact for day-to-day HR advice.
• Encourage managers to engage with HR early, helping to resolve issues before they become more complex.
• Support managers to understand their responsibilities around performance, conduct, consultation and other people matters.
• Attend stakeholder meetings and provide proactive HR support where appropriate.

Policy, Process & Best Practice

• Provide guidance on HR policies, processes and employment law principles.
• Help ensure HR processes are applied consistently and fairly.
• Support annual policy reviews and contribute to the development of new policies where required.
• Help improve HR templates, guidance and manager toolkits.
• Get involved in a variety of HR projects, giving you exposure beyond day‑to‑day advisory work.

Systems, Data & Reporting

• Support the production of HR and ER reports and people metrics.
• Use HR systems and data to identify trends and support conversations with managers.
• Maintain accurate and confidential employee records.
• Help identify data gaps, inaccuracies and recurring people issues.Support the effective use of HR dashboards and reporting.

Be part of the team:

• Work closely with the senior HR team and learn from experienced HR professionals.
• Share ideas, knowledge and best practice with colleagues.
• Support more junior members of the team as your own confidence develops.
• Work collaboratively with HR Shared Services to ensure a seamless employee experience.

Essential Skills

You’ll ideally have:

• Previous experience in an HR Assistant, experienced HR Coordinator or Junior HR Advisor position.
• Practical exposure to employee relations cases and an understanding of how they should be managed.
• A good working knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice.
• The confidence and interpersonal skills to build relationships with managers and stakeholders.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organisation skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.
• A proactive, self‑motivated approach and a genuine desire to develop your HR career.
• CIPD Level 3, ideally with a desire to progress towards or already working towards Level 5.

Working with us

• 26 days holiday (plus bank holidays)
• Flexible/hybrid model working
• Investment into your learning & development
• A colleague health and well‑being programme
• Free access to onsite gym and discounted gym membership rates
• Rooftop bar & social area access
• Access to meritocracy initiative schemes - we've just been to the Dominican Republic!
• Mental health support via free confidential advice and counselling services.
• Access to free wellbeing apps
• All travel and hotel bookings organized and covered by the group
• Free parking

Morson Group is an equal opportunities employer and respects diversity. In order to apply for this role, you must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

We are an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their sex; religious or similar philosophical belief; political opinion; race; age; sexual orientation; or, whether they are married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled; or, whether they have undergone, is undergoing or intend to undergo gender reassignment.

Due to the number of applications we receive, it's not always possible to contact unsuccessful applicants. Unless you hear from us within 14 days of your application, please assume that you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.