HR Advisor

LTE Group; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays

Pension contribution

Retail discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Cycle to work scheme

Job summary

The LTE Group is hiring an HR Advisor on a fixed-term maternity cover basis. This full-time role (37 hours) is based at our Openshaw campus in Manchester, offering hybrid working.

You will join the People and Talent team to provide real-time HR advice, coach managers, and ensure compliant, high-quality employee support. Key requirements include CIPD Level 3 or equivalent, advisory experience in a unionised environment, and strong practical knowledge of employment law, with excellent

Qualifications

• CIPD Level 3 or Equivalent workplace experience.
• Experience in advisory capacity, ideally in a unionised environment.
• Experience in giving real time HR customer advice and support (on the spot).
• Experience of coaching managers and providing advice and guidance.
• Demonstrable knowledge of current HR employment law and legislation and ACAS best practice.
• Strong time management and organisation skills.
• Commitment to undertake CPD.
• Strong level of interpersonal and communication ability.
• Coaching and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to manage multiple conflicting priorities.
• Able to apply sensitivity and discretion whilst dealing in confidential matters.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to analyse data to contribute to improved ways of working.

Responsibilities

• Provide real-time HR advice and support to managers.
• Coach managers and provide guidance on HR issues.
• Apply knowledge of employment law and ACAS best practices.
• Manage multiple priorities with discretion and confidentiality.

Skills

Advisory experience

Coaching managers

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Time management

Data analysis

Discretion with confidential matters

CPD commitment

Conflict resolution

Ability to manage priorities

Education

CIPD Level 3

Job description

The job requirements are detailed below. Where applicable the skills, qualifications and memberships required for this job have also been included.

Job details

Job title HR Advisor Job reference REQ012815 Date posted 04/09/2026 Application closing date 07/10/2026 Location Manchester Salary £28,373 - £42,559 per annum (FTE) Package Competitive Benefits plus Local Government Pension Scheme Contractual hours 37 Basis Full time Job category/type Human Resources Attachments Human Resources Advisor.pdf Job description

We have an exciting opportunity to join our People and Talent Team as a HR Advisor on a fixed-term (Maternity Cover), full-time (37 hours per week) basis. This is a hybrid role, based out of our Openshaw campus in Manchester.

Who are The LTE Group?

The LTE Group is one of the largest social enterprises in the UK dedicated to lifelong learning; we truly believe in the power of education to change lives. We consist of The Manchester College, MOL, Total People, UCEN Manchester, Novus, and Group Professional Services & Group Operations. We are committed to delivering outstanding outcomes for our learners.

Skills, Qualifications and Experience

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• CIPD Level 3 or Equivalent workplace experience
• Demonstrable experience of working within Advisory capacity, ideally in a unionised environment
• Experience in giving real time HR customer advice and support (on the spot)
• Experience of coaching managers and providing advice and guidance
• Demonstrable knowledge of current HR employment law and legislation and ACAS best practice
• Strong time management and organisation skills
• Commitment to undertake CPD
• Strong level of interpersonal and communication ability
• Coaching and conflict resolution skills
• Ability to manage multiple conflicting priorities
• Able to apply sensitivity and discretion whilst dealing in confidential matters
• Attention to detail
• Ability to analyse data to contribute to improved ways of working

Benefits

• 28 days paid annual leave plus 8 bank holidays (FTE)
• Significant pension contribution
• Retail discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Cycle to work scheme

Safeguarding

The LTE Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants will be required to undergo an appropriate DBS check via the Criminal Records Bureau and may be subject to additional online checks as part of our pre-screening process. Some roles are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and would require an Enhanced DBS check.

Equal Opportunities Statement

At The LTE Group, we’re committed to providing an environment free from discrimination, bullying, harassment, or victimisation, where all members of our community are treated with respect and dignity. The LTE Group is committed to working in an inclusive way with all the communities where we are geographically located and to developing a workforce and student community that reflects Greater Manchester’s and the UK’s rich diversity and vibrancy.

The closing date for this job advert is 07/10/2026. However, sometimes the job advert may close early if we receive a good response!