HR Advisor

PURPLE; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global communications agency based in London is seeking an HR professional to support employee relations and maintain compliance with UK employment law. The role involves coaching managers, maintaining HR records, and contributing to engagement initiatives. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of HR experience in a fast-paced environment. This position offers a hybrid working model.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar HR role, ideally within a creative, media, or PR environment.
• Strong knowledge of UK employment law.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-moving environment.

Responsibilities

• Act as the first point of contact for employee relations queries.
• Maintain all employee information with accuracy for payroll.
• Support and coach managers on employee relations matters.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of employment law.
• Contribute to employee engagement initiatives.

Skills

3 years’ experience in HR

Knowledge of UK employment law

Ability to manage multiple priorities

Excellent communication skills

Strong organisational skills

Job description

Department: People Team

Location: PURPLE London

Description

PURPLE is a global lifestyle communications agency with offices in London, New York, Los Angeles, Miami, Hong Kong and Singapore. For more than two decades, PURPLE has been the leader in culturally connected, results driven brand communications. We bring together our cross-generational and diverse personal networks globally to connect people and brands, build strategy and drive commercial success. This role will be based in the PURPLE/Together Group offices four days a week with one day working at home and will report into the Together Group HR team.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the first point of contact for employee relations queries, providing accurate advice on policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Maintaining all employee information/updates with 100% accuracy to feed into monthly payroll
• Support and coach managers on employee relations matters, including performance, conduct, and absence management.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of employment law and ensure HR policies reflect current legislation.
• Support performance management cycles, including goal setting, appraisals, and feedback sessions.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement and professional growth.
• Contribute to employee engagement initiatives that reflect the agency’s values and creative culture.
• Maintain accurate HR records and ensure compliance with data protection regulations.
• Support HR reporting and analysis to inform decision-making.
• Assist in the review and improvement of HR processes and systems.

Skills and Experience

• 3 years’ experience plus in a similar HR role, ideally within a creative, media, or PR environment.
• Strong knowledge of UK employment law (or relevant local legislation).
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-moving, dynamic setting.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills — approachable, empathetic, and professional.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.