HR Advisor

Bytes; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in the UK is looking for an HR Advisor to provide comprehensive support across the HR function. This role includes managing employee lifecycle processes, drafting HR policies, and participating in internal projects. The ideal candidate has CIPD Level 3 or equivalent experience and a solid HR foundation with at least 3 years in a commercial setting. This position presents an opportunity for professional growth in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in a commercial HR setting.
• CIPD Level 3 certification or equivalent experience is desired.
• Awareness of UK employment law or basic employment law training is a must.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate HR records and data management.
• Assist in drafting, updating HR policies and documents.
• Coordinate offboarding and family leave processes.
• Provide employee support on HR processes.
• Contribute to HR projects and reporting.
• Collaborate with Payroll for accuracy on absence data.
• Work with Marketing on internal communications.

Skills

Excellent English language and grammar

Basic Maths or Business Management qualification

CIPD Level 3 or equivalent experience

Minimum 3 years experience in a commercial HR setting

Strong understanding of business processes

Working knowledge of payroll basics

Experience conducting exit interviews

Solid HR Advisor skillset

Awareness of UK employment law

Experience utilising HRIS platforms

Education

CIPD Level 3 or equivalent experience

Tools

HRIS platforms

Job description

Established in 1982, Bytes has grown rapidly and now employs over 800+ people across 6 locations in the UK and Ireland. Our turnover in Financial Year 2024 was in excess of £2bn. We work with SME s, corporates and public sector organisations to modernise and digitally transform their IT infrastructures.

We invest in our employees through on-going support, training and advice to help them achieve their career aspirations, rewarding success both financially and personally. There is opportunity to grow and move internally which can be seen through our long-standing employees who have developed existing and new skills to move into senior positions in the organisation leaving space for new team members to begin their journey.

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PURPOSE OF JOB:

The HR Advisor role serves as a central point of contact for employees and managers, providing both administrative and advisory support across the HR function. It encompasses responsibilities throughout the employee lifecycle, including offboarding, policy development, dispute resolution, and HRIS management. The role offers opportunities to lead internal projects, contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, and develop expertise in HR systems and reporting.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• HR Administration & Data Management: Maintain accurate records, process documentation, and ensure our HR system (Dayforce) reflects real-time data.
• Policy & Procedure Support: Assist in drafting, updating, and managing HR policies and documents in collaboration with Compliance.
• Employee Lifecycle: Coordinate offboarding, family leave, and internal moves, ensuring all documentation and communications are timely and correct.
• Employee Support: Provide guidance to employees and managers on HR processes, escalating concerns appropriately and supporting investigations where needed.
• Project & System Support: Contribute to HR projects, system updates, and reporting, including tender data and dashboard insights.
• Payroll Liaison: Collaborate with Payroll to ensure accurate absence and holiday data ahead of payroll deadlines.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work with Marketing on internal communications and support wider business initiatives.

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, & SKILLS:

• Excellent English language and grammar both written and verbal
• Basic Maths or Business Management qualification
• CIPD Level 3 or equivalent experience
• Minimum 3 years experience in a commercial HR setting
• Strong understanding of business processes and how HR supports wider organisational goals
• Working knowledge of payroll basics, including absence and holiday calculations
• Experience conducting exit interviews and managing offboarding processes
• A solid HR Advisor skillset, with the ability to guide and support managers and employees
• Awareness of UK employment law or completion of basic employment law training
• Experience utilising HRIS platforms