HR Advisor

Darwin Recruitment; Billericay; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Darwin Recruitment is seeking an HR Advisor to join their team in Billericay. This full-time role involves supporting HR operations across Europe and the US, working closely with senior leadership to align people strategies with business goals. The ideal candidate will have strong HR generalist experience, excellent administrative skills, and a proactive approach to compliance and culture.

Qualifications

• Previous HR generalist experience in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience in international HR is desirable.
• Confident in advising and influencing outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Provide proactive HR support and guidance to managers and staff.
• Implement and improve HR policies and processes.
• Handle employee relations and performance management.

Skills

Administrative skills

Organisational skills

Advising senior leadership

Attention to detail

Commercial awareness

Problem-solving

Tools

HR systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

We’re Hiring: HR Advisor | Full-Time | On-site (Billericay, Essex)
Location: Billericay (On site)

Address: Darwin Recruitment, Cumberland House, High Street, Billericay
Hours: Mon-Thu 8:30-17:30 | Fri 8:30-17:00 (Will consider part time hours)
Start Date: ASAP
Reporting To: CFO
Contract: Temporary (Maternity Cover)

Are you an experienced HR professional ready to take on a pivotal role in an international, fast-paced business? Join Darwin Recruitment as our HR Advisor and help shape the people strategy that powers our global growth.

The Opportunity

This is a unique role offering exposure to international HR operations across Europe and the US. You’ll work closely with senior leadership (CFO, COO, CEO) to align our people strategy with our commercial goals. If you’re both strategic and hands-on-with a passion for compliance, culture, and continuous improvement-this is your opportunity to make a real impact.

Key Responsibilities

General HR & Advisory

• Provide proactive HR support and guidance to managers and staff
• Implement and improve HR policies, processes, and documentation
• Handle employee relations, performance, and absence management
• Support salary reviews, benefits, and appraisals
• Lead on engagement and retention initiatives
• Ensure compliance with employment law and HR best practices

Operational HR & Administration

• Prepare contracts, starter packs, and changes to employment terms
• Maintain HR records, systems, and documentation (digital & paper)
• Support onboarding, inductions, and leaver processes
• Manage maternity, paternity, and flexible working requests
• Produce reports and assist with board-level insights

Payroll & Compliance

• Liaise with payroll and benefits providers in the UK, Europe & US
• Ensure accuracy in monthly payroll inputs and HR data
• Monitor right to work, visa, and other legal HR obligations

What We’re Looking For

• Previous HR generalist experience in a fast-paced, professional environment
• Strong administrative and organisational skills
• Confident advising senior leadership and influencing outcomes
• High integrity, attention to detail, and commercial awareness
• Experience in international HR (desirable)
• Proficient with HR systems and Microsoft Office

You Are…

• Personable, diplomatic, and professional
• Resilient under pressure and adaptable to change
• An independent problem-solver with a proactive mindset
• Skilled at balancing compliance with a people-first approach

Sound like you? Apply now with your CV and become part of a growing and exciting business.

Darwin Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Danny Arnold