HR Advisor

Burman Recruitment; Gorseinon; Hybrid; GBP 34,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled HR Adviser to join their dynamic HR team in South Wales. This full-time permanent role offers a hybrid working model, allowing for flexibility while contributing to a values-driven organization. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in HR compliance, policy development, and employee relations, with a focus on collaboration and continuous improvement. You'll play a vital role in managing key HR projects, advising on various HR matters, and supporting recruitment processes. This is an exciting opportunity to grow within a supportive and inclusive culture, with excellent development opportunities.

Benefits

Excellent pension

Generous annual leave allowance

Development opportunities

Supportive working culture

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent experience, plus CIPD Level 5 (or currently working towards).
• Solid generalist HR experience ideally within a large or complex organisation.

Responsibilities

• Lead on HR compliance processes and support audits.
• Manage policy development and deliver training sessions.

Skills

HR Compliance

Policy Development

Employee Relations

Project Management

Recruitment Administration

Employment Legislation Knowledge

Digital Literacy (MS Office)

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Degree or equivalent experience

CIPD Level 5

Tools

MS Office (Excel, Outlook, Word, Teams)

Job description

HR Adviser - Full Time Permanent 34,000 - 38,000 South Wales (Hybrid)

I am currently recruiting on behalf of a well-established client in the public/education sector who is looking to appoint an experienced HR Adviser to join their HR team on a permanent, full-time basis.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a confident and capable HR professional who's ready to step into a varied and rewarding role. You'll be joining a values-led organisation that genuinely invests in its people, with a focus on collaboration, compliance, and continuous improvement.

About the Role:

Reporting into the Head of HR Operations, the HR Adviser will take a lead on a range of key HR areas, with a strong focus on:

• HR Compliance - particularly UKVI right-to-work and sponsorship regulations. You'll be the go-to person for managing compliance processes and supporting audits.
• Policy Development - writing, reviewing, and rolling out HR policies and procedures, delivering briefings and training sessions to embed change effectively.
• Employee Relations Support - advising line managers on a range of ER matters including maternity/paternity, flexible working, and general HR queries.
• Project Leadership - managing and supporting larger HR projects (e.g., restructures, re-grading exercises, absence management initiatives).
• Recruitment Support - overseeing recruitment administration, working closely with admin teams to ensure smooth and compliant hiring processes.

You'll also play a key role in identifying areas for process improvement and supporting the wider HR Business Partner team with strategic and operational initiatives.

What We're Looking For:

We're keen to speak to candidates who can demonstrate the following:

• Relevant qualifications - Degree or equivalent experience, plus CIPD Level 5 (or currently working towards).
• Solid generalist HR experience - ideally within a large or complex organisation.
• Strong working knowledge of employment legislation, contract terms, and compliance requirements.
• Demonstrated experience advising line managers and employees across a wide range of HR issues.
• Previous involvement in policy development and training delivery.
• Experience of working on projects from planning through to implementation and review.
• High level of digital literacy - confident using MS Office tools including Excel, Outlook, Word, and Teams.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills - you're professional, pragmatic, and approachable.

Desirable: Ability to communicate in Welsh (oral and written), though not essential.

The Offer:

• Salary: 34,000 - 38,000 depending on experience
• Contract: Permanent, full-time (37 hours/week)
• Location: Hybrid working model with a main base in South Wales
• Supportive and inclusive working culture
• Excellent pension and generous annual leave allowance
• Development opportunities and genuine scope to grow within the role

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