HR Advisor

HR GO Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in Canterbury seeks an experienced HR Advisor to support day-to-day HR operations and handle employee relations. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of experience, a strong grasp on employment law, and will possess a CIPD Level 5 qualification. This full-time role involves managing the employee lifecycle, providing HR guidance to managers, and ensuring compliance with HR processes.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years experience in an HR Advisor or similar generalist HR role.
• Strong understanding of employment law and HR best practice.
• Ability to prioritise a busy workload and manage multiple tasks effectively.

Responsibilities

• Provide first-line HR advice and guidance on policies and procedures.
• Support managers with day-to-day HR queries including absence and performance.
• Manage the employee lifecycle including onboarding and off-boarding.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Understanding of employment law

Interpersonal skills

Ability to manage multiple tasks

Professionalism and discretion

Education

CIPD Level 5 qualification

Job description

HR Advisor

Location: Canterbury

Salary: 35,000 - 37,000 per annum

Contract Type: Full time/permanent (Monday to Friday 09:00 - 17:00)

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced and proactive HR Advisor to join our Canterbury based client, you will support the smooth running of day‑to‑day HR operations. This is a hands‑on role suited to someone who is confident handling a wide range of employee relations matters while providing high-quality support to managers and employees.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide first‑line HR advice and guidance on policies, procedures, and employment legislation
• Support managers with day‑to‑day HR queries including absence, performance, conduct, and capability issues
• Manage the employee lifecycle, including onboarding, contract changes, and off‑boarding
• Assist in the coordination of recruitment processes and support hiring managers as required
• Maintain accurate HR records, ensuring confidentiality and compliance
• Support the development and implementation of HR initiatives and projects
• Produce HR reports and analyse trends to help drive continuous improvement
• Ensure all HR processes are delivered efficiently and in line with company values

About You

• Minimum 3 years experience in an HR Advisor or similar generalist HR role
• Strong understanding of employment law and HR best practice
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to prioritise a busy workload and manage multiple tasks effectively
• Confident handling sensitive information with professionalism and discretion
• CIPD Level 5 qualification is essential