HR Advisor

Right Now Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

A dynamic recruitment agency is seeking an experienced HR Advisor to take ownership of HR activities and manage payroll responsibilities. This part-time role requires strong knowledge of UK employment law and HRIS systems. You will oversee the employee life cycle and ensure compliance with regulations while fostering a positive workplace culture. Ideal candidates will have proven HR experience and excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a standalone HR role with payroll responsibilities.
• Strong knowledge of UK employment law, payroll legislation, and employee relations practices.
• Proficiency in HRIS and payroll systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the full employee life cycle.
• Maintain and update HR policies and procedures.
• Provide first-line HR advice and support to managers.
• Prepare documentation for contracts and terminations.
• Ensure accuracy of HR systems and records.
• Advise managers on ER matters.
• Conduct investigations and attend formal meetings.
• Foster a positive workplace culture and employee engagement.
• Manage monthly payroll in partnership with external provider.

Skills

Experience in HR role with payroll responsibilities

Knowledge of UK employment law

Proficiency in HRIS and payroll systems

Excellent communication skills

Attention to detail

CIPD Level 5 or above (desirable)

Job description

Right Now Group are looking for an experienced and proactive HR Advisor with the expertise to take ownership of all HR activities within the business. This is a standalone position, ideal for someone confident working independently in a dynamic environment and someone willing to support with implementing new processes and HR systems.

Job Title: HR Advisor (with Payroll Responsibilities)
Location: South Kensington
Reports to: Director / Owner
Working Hours: Part-time, 25 -35 hours per week
Salary: £40,000-£45,000 FTE

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the full employee life cycle, including recruitment, onboarding, induction, probation, performance management, development, succession planning, and offboarding.
• Maintain and update HR policies and procedures to ensure compliance with UK employment law.
• Provide first-line HR advice and support to managers and employees.
• Prepare accurate documentation for contracts, contractual changes, and terminations.
• Ensure HR systems and employee records are accurate, up to date, and confidential.
• Advise and support managers on ER matters such as disciplinary, grievance, absence management, and conflict resolution.
• Conduct investigations and attend or facilitate formal meetings when required.
• Foster a positive workplace culture and employee engagement.
• Monitor, analyse, and report on ER trends and risks.
• Manage monthly payroll in partnership with an external payroll provider.
• Ensure compliance with HMRC regulations, including PAYE, NI, and pension contributions.
• Assist in rolling out training and development programs
• Contribute to employee engagement and wellbeing strategies.
• Provide data collection and reporting for group-level HR metrics and compliance.

Skills

• Proven experience in a standalone HR role with payroll responsibilities.
• Strong knowledge of UK employment law, payroll legislation, and employee relations practices.
• Proficiency in HRIS and payroll systems.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and confidentiality.
• Ideally CIPD Level 5 or above (desirable not essential)