HR Advisor

Build Recruitment; England; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A recruitment firm is looking for a part-time HR Advisor based in Portishead. This role involves providing HR support, managing employee relations cases, and assisting with recruitment. The ideal candidate will have previous HR experience, excellent communication skills, and hold or be working towards CIPD Level 3 or 5. Flexibility in office presence is offered; however, Mondays must be included in the work schedule.

Qualifications

• Previous HR experience, especially in employee relations and recruitment.
• Ability to manage complex people issues.
• Strong writing and speaking skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide HR support and advice to managers and colleagues.
• Manage employee relations casework.
• Support recruitment and onboarding processes.

Skills

Managing ER casework

Excellent communication

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Managing priorities

Education

CIPD Level 3 or 5

Tools

HR systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Role: HR Advisor (part time)

Salary: GBP24,760 per annum (GBP35,236 FTE)

Hours: 3–4 days per week (must include Mondays) / 26 hours per week

Location: Portishead, BS20 7AW

Responsibilities

• Providing comprehensive HR support and advice to managers and colleagues.
• Managing a wide variety of employee relations casework in line with employment law, policies, and best practice.
• Supporting the colleague lifecycle, including recruitment, induction, family leave, and flexible working requests.
• Contributing to HR projects and initiatives that improve colleague experience and engagement.
• Supporting HR reporting and data analysis to inform decisions.
• Maintaining accurate records and ensuring HR systems are up to date.

What we’re looking for

• Previous experience in a HR role, including managing ER casework and recruitment.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to handle complex people issues.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

Essential skills

• CIPD Level 3 or 5 (or working towards) or equivalent experience.
• Experience using HR systems and Microsoft Office.
• Strong influencing, negotiation, coaching, and mediation skills.

What you need to know

• This is a part-time position (3–4 days per week), and you must be available to work on Mondays.
• Working days beyond Monday can be agreed with the successful candidate.
• Office presence is flexible and based on the needs of the business, colleagues, and yourself; this could mean 1 day a week or more, depending on requirements.
• Please note: salary and working hours are fixed and non-negotiable. Please apply or contact Leah Seber at Build Recruitment for more information.