HR Advisor

Belinda Roberts Ltd; England; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A local service business is seeking an experienced HR Advisor to provide expert HR guidance and support. This role involves onboarding new employees, managing employee records, and advising management on employee relations matters. The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of employment law, excellent communication skills, and a CIPD Level 3 qualification. This position offers flexible working arrangements and the opportunity to shape processes within a growing team.

Benefits

Hybrid working

Flexi time

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-3 years of HR generalist experience, preferably in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to manage ER cases with confidence.
• Analytical capability for HR reporting and metrics.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate onboarding for new joiners and manage employee records.
• Advise managers on employee relations issues and HR policies.
• Ensure compliance with payroll processes and participate in HR projects.

Skills

Strong knowledge of employment law and HR best practices

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Strong problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills

Education

CIPD Level 3 or above

Tools

MS Office suite

HR systems

Job description

Service business based in the Holmes Chapel area requires an HR Advisor for their growing team. Reporting to senior management, this role is looking for a self‑starter who can shape the position to their own style. This role is based in Holmes Chapel and can offer flexi time and hybrid arrangements to the right person.

The main aim of the role is to provide expert HR guidance and support to managers and employees, ensuring effective management of people‑related matters. Deliver high‑quality employee relations support, drive HR best practices, and contribute to a positive, compliant, and high‑performing workplace culture.

Duties of the role will include:

• Facilitate onboarding for new joiners, including preparing offer letters, contracts, induction schedules and carrying out pre‑employment checks, including right‑to‑work verification.
• Manage and maintain accurate employee records, including contracts, personnel files and HRIS databases.
• Undertake the administration of HR processes such as probation, performance reviews, absence management, and employee lifecycle changes.
• Advise managers on a range of employee relations issues, including performance, conduct, grievances, sickness absence, and disciplinary cases, ensuring fair processes and documented outcomes in line with legislation and company policy.
• Provide coaching to managers on HR best practices and conflict resolution.
• Review, update, and communicate HR policies to reflect legal changes and business needs.
• Work with the payroll provider to ensure accurate and timely payroll information is delivered in accordance with weekly/monthly timetables so that employees receive pay on time.
• Support organisational change initiatives, including restructuring, TUPE and transformation projects.
• Participate in HR projects aimed at enhancing employee experience, engagement, and culture.

The right candidate for the role will have:

• Strong knowledge of employment law and HR best practices.
• Proficiency with HR systems and MS Office suite.
• Ability to manage ER cases with confidence.
• Analytical capability for HR reporting and metrics.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Sound judgement and decision‑making ability.
• Strong problem‑solving and conflict‑resolution skills.
• High level of discretion and professionalism.
• Ability to build strong relationships across the organisation.
• CIPD Level 3 or above.
• Minimum 2‑3 years of HR generalist experience, preferably within a fast‑paced environment.

In return an excellent package is offered with the role including hybrid working and flexi time. This is a great role for a self‑starter who is confident with their own ability.