HR Advisor

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Job summary

A respected firm based in Hitchin is seeking an experienced HR Advisor for a part-time position. The role involves providing comprehensive HR support, managing employee relations, and ensuring compliance with UK employment law. Ideal candidates will have a CIPD qualification and experience in a generalist HR role. This position offers a competitive salary and flexible working hours with a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Flexible working hours

23 days holiday + bank holidays

Auto-enrolment pension scheme

Life assurance cover

Free on-site parking

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience in a generalist HR role.
• Experience in manufacturing or industrial environments desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide HR advice and support to managers across all people-related matters.
• Manage recruitment campaigns and support selection processes.
• Lead on employee relations including disciplinaries, grievances, and performance issues.

Skills

CIPD qualified (Level 3 or above)

Strong working knowledge of UK employment law

Excellent communication skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Proactive and organized

Education

CIPD qualification

Tools

Moorepay or similar HR/payroll systems

Job description

HR Advisor Part time 25/30 hours per week
Location: Hitchin
Salary: GBP35,000 GBP40,000 per annum (pro rata)
Hours: Part-time - flexible working days
Contract: Permanent

A well-established and respected organisation based in Hitchin is seeking a confident and experienced HR Advisor to join their team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a generalist HR professional looking for a standalone role with variety, autonomy, and the ability to make a real impact.

The Role

As HR Advisor, you ll provide professional support across the full employee lifecycle, ensuring legal compliance and best practice in all HR matters. You ll work closely with senior leadership and line managers, offering guidance on everything from employee relations to recruitment, training, and performance management.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide HR advice and support to managers across all people-related matters
• Manage recruitment campaigns and support selection processes
• Lead on employee relations including disciplinaries, grievances, and performance issues
• Oversee absence management and return-to-work processes
• Maintain and update HR policies, procedures, and employee handbooks
• Support training and development initiatives
• Liaise with payroll to ensure accurate data for hourly-paid staff
• Maintain GDPR-compliant employee records using HR systems (Moorepay)
• Coordinate Health & Safety activities in collaboration with senior management
• Contribute to a positive and inclusive workplace culture

What We re Looking For

• CIPD qualified (Level 3 or above)
• Minimum 2 years experience in a generalist HR role
• Strong working knowledge of UK employment law
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Confident working independently and advising senior managers
• Well-organised, proactive, and able to manage multiple priorities
• Experience in manufacturing or industrial environments (desirable)
• Familiarity with Moorepay or similar HR/payroll systems (desirable)

What s on Offer

• Competitive salary: GBP35K GBP40K (pro rata)
• Flexible working hours (up to 30 hours/week)
• 23 days holiday + bank holidays (plus paid Christmas shutdown)
• Auto-enrolment pension scheme
• Life assurance cover
• Free on-site parking
• Supportive and stable working environment

If you're a passionate HR professional looking for a role where you can truly make a difference, we d love to hear from you.

Apply now or get in touch for more information.