HR Adviser

British Red Cross; Paisley; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading humanitarian organization is seeking an HR Adviser (Change Programmes) based in Paisley. The role involves supporting restructures and consultations while ensuring compliance and a people-centered approach. Candidates should have an understanding of employment legislation and experience with large organizations. This role offers a salary of £38,080 to £39,728. Hybrid working options are available.

Benefits

36 days annual leave

Up to 6% contributory pension

Flexible working options

Learning & Development opportunities

Access to employee benefits platform

Mental health and wellbeing assistance

Collaborative team support

Cycle2Work scheme

Interest-free commuting loan

Qualifications

• Understanding of employment legislation related to consultation.
• Experience in restructuring and redundancy processes.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support Senior HR Adviser on restructures and consultations.
• Manage and deliver HR activities throughout change.
• Provide expert HR guidance during change programmes.

Skills

Understanding of employment legislation

Experience in large, complex organisations

Ability to provide timely HR advice

Experience in restructuring activities

Ability to work autonomously

Good communication skills

Job description

HR Adviser (Change Programmes)

Location: Paisley, Scotland (hybrid between home and office)

Salary: £38,080 to £39,728 per annum

Hours: 35 per week

Contract: Fixed term contract (12 months)

A day in the life of our HR Advisor (Change Programmes)

You will support Senior HR Adviser (change lead) and the wider HR Advice and Casework Team on restructures and consultations. You will manage and deliver a range of HR activities throughout the change journey for impacted staff and managers. You’ll assist managers to deliver effective and legally compliant change processes including formal consultation activities.

This role offers the opportunity to play a key part in supporting organisational change, with a particular focus on restructures and formal consultations. The successful candidate will work closely with managers to provide expert HR guidance throughout change programmes, ensuring compliance, fairness, and a people-centred approach. You’ll contribute to managing risk and supporting managers to deliver change effectively and sensitively.

What you’ll bring to the role…

• An understanding of employment legislation (specifically related to consultation requirements) and HR processes (with a focus on redundancy and reorganisation).
• Experience of large, complex organisations and of restructuring at scale.
• An ability to provide timely and considered HR advice and guidance during change programs.
• Experience in restructuring activities including the application of selection processes and redeployment processes.
• An ability to work autonomously and with a variety of stakeholders to guide and influence.
• Good verbal and written communication skills and attention to detail. Ability to have empathetic (often difficult) conversations.

Interested?Theclosingdatefor applications is 23.59 on theThursday 4th September 2025.

In return for your commitment and expertise, you’ll get:

• Holidays:36 days annual leave (including bank holidays) + option to buy 5 extra days.
• Pension scheme:Up to 6% contributory pension.
• Flexible working:We do our best to accommodate your preferred work style.
• Learning & Development:Wide range of career opportunities + comprehensive learning.
• Discounts:Access to Blue Light Discount Card and employee benefits platform.
• Wellbeing Support:Access to mental health and wellbeing assistance.
• Team Working:Support our mission in a collaborative team.
• Cycle2Work:Lease a bicycle through the scheme.
• Season ticket loan:Interest-free loan for commuting expenses.

At The British Red Cross, we pride ourselves on our diverse workforce, and ensuring we have an inclusive environment for all our staff and volunteers. We remain committed to ensuring our teams can bring their true selves to work without risk or fear of discrimination. We do this through regular data reporting, and the support of our internal Race and Equality Network (REEN), LGBT+ Network, our Disability and Wellness Network (DAWN), Gender Network, Carers Network and Young Staff Network.

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