HR Adviser

Selwood Housing Society Limited; Trowbridge; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading not-for-profit housing association as an HR Adviser, where you'll offer expert guidance and support to colleagues while shaping HR practices that align with our values. This role is centered around fostering employee relations, wellbeing, and continuous improvement within a culture that prioritizes inclusivity and respect.

Benefits

Generous pension scheme

Flexible hybrid working

Ongoing learning and development

Mental health and wellbeing support

Values-led culture

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a HR generalist role.
• Strong knowledge of UK employment law.
• Experience handling employee relations casework.

Responsibilities

• Offer guidance on employee relations, performance, and wellbeing.
• Act as a trusted advisor to leaders.
• Engage in projects to improve support and engagement.

Skills

Communication

Empathy

Coaching

Influencing

Detail-oriented

Education

CIPD qualification level 3 or above

Job description

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You bring clarity when things are messy, fairness when things feel hard, and calm when tensions run high. You make people feel heard, respected, and supported - even when the answers aren't easy.

That's exactly the kind of difference you'll make with us.

At Selwood Housing, we believe great HR is more than process - it's about people, purpose and partnership. We're a not-for-profit housing association with a strong social mission, and we know that to deliver to our communities, we need to take care of our colleagues too.

As our next HR Adviser, you'll play a key role in helping people feel supported, respected and empowered - bringing empathy, clarity and expertise to every conversation.

What you'll do:
This is a varied and people-focused role:
You'll offer confident, values-aligned guidance on everything from employee relations and performance to absence, change and wellbeing.
You'll act as a trusted advisor to our leaders, helping them navigate people matters with fairness, clarity and consistency.
You'll also get stuck into projects that shape how we work - always looking for better ways to support, engage and grow our people.
No two days are ever the same!

We live by our values - and we hope you do too:
Customer-driven: You understand that every HR decision affects real people, and you act with care and respect at every step.
Accountability: You take ownership, communicate clearly, and always act with fairness and integrity.
Champion communication: You know how to listen, how to be honest, and how to help others feel heard - even in tough conversations.
Develop and learn: You stay curious, seek feedback, and help others grow. You bring a learning mindset to everything you do.

What you'll bring:

• CIPD qualification level 3 or above.
• Proven experience in a HR generalist role, with a deep understanding of HR principles and best practices.
• Experience handling employee relations casework with empathy and confidence.
• Strong knowledge of UK employment law.
• An organised approach with strong attention to detail.
• Experience using HR data and metrics to draw insights, spot trends and support continuous improvement.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to build effective relationships at all levels of the organisation.
• A focus on continuous improvement.
• Ability to influence, coach and build credibility across different teams.
• A genuine belief in people, fairness and doing the right thing.

For further information on the role, please review the job description attached to the advert.

What we offer:
We don't just support our communities - we support each other. These are some of our benefits:

• A generous pension scheme and life assurance
• Flexible hybrid working approach
• Ongoing learning and development
• Mental health and wellbeing support
• A values-led culture where your voice is heard and your work matters.

This is more than just a job. It's a chance to make a real difference - to your colleagues, your organisation, and your community.
At Selwood, we strive to respect the diversity of our staff. We care deeply about inclusivity and encourage candidates from all backgrounds, demographics, and identities to apply. We are a Disability Confident employer and will do our very best to provide any adjustments, access and equipment you feel you may need throughout the interview process, and during your employment with us.
We're keen to build a supportive and rewarding environment, free from discrimination, that works for everyone.

The closing date of this advert is subject to change based on the volume of applications or the hiring timeline.