HR Advisor

Brook Street; Newport; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Brook Street in Newport is seeking an experienced HR Advisor on a 24-month fixed-term contract, with hybrid working and on-site parking. You will act as the main HR interface for business areas, handling employee relations matters and delivering proactive advisory support.

You'll manage investigations, guide managers through compliant processes, advise on policies and employment legislation, support recruitment and performance management, and maintain accurate case records to help deliver the

Qualifications

• Experience in employee relations casework and investigations.
• Solid understanding of current employment legislation and HR best practice.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills to support managers.
• Analytical and problem-solving capabilities for complex situations.
• Operational HR experience desirable.

Responsibilities

• Act as main HR interface for business areas, translating needs into HR solutions.
• Manage a broad range of employee relations cases with timely, legally compliant outcomes.
• Conduct and support HR investigations guiding managers through fair processes.
• Provide expert advice on policies and employment legislation to managers.
• Support recruitment activities and ensure a robust candidate experience.
• Embed performance management processes aligned with business goals.
• Maintain accurate employee records and case documentation.
• Contribute to HR initiatives and the wider HR strategy.

Skills

Employee relations

Investigations

Communication

Coaching

Analytical thinking

HR advisory

Case management

Education

CIPD Level 5 (desirable)

CIPD Associate level

Job description

24 month Fixed term contract, Newport area, hybrid working on site parking plus a superb benefits package.

Are you the kind of HR professional who enjoys getting to the heart of employee relations issues, supporting managers with calm confidence, and helping people feel heard? Our Client is hiring for an experienced HR Advisor to deliver a proactive, professional HR Advisory service with a strong focus on employee relations case management and partnership across the business.

What you'll be doing:

• Act as the main HR interface for business areas, translating day-to-day needs into practical HR solutions
• Manage a broad range of employee relations cases, including disciplinary, grievance, performance, and sickness absence-ensuring timely, legally compliant outcomes
• Conduct and support HR investigations, guiding managers through fair and consistent processes
• Provide expert advice on HR policies, procedures and employment legislation, partnering with managers to apply them effectively
• Support recruitment activities (internal and external), helping ensure a robust, inclusive, candidate-friendly experience
• Help embed performance management processes so objectives are meaningful and aligned with business goals
• Maintain accurate, up-to-date employee records and case documentation
• Contribute to HR initiatives, succession planning activity and support the delivery of the wider HR strategy

What you'll bring:

• Strong experience in employee relations casework, including investigations and resolution
• Solid understanding of current employment legislation and HR best practice
• Excellent communication, coaching and influencing skills-able to support managers effectively
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capability to navigate complex situations
• Experience in an operational HR environment is desirable

Additional information:

• CIPD qualification at Level 5, or working towards it (desirable)
• Member of the CIPD Associate level

If you're ready to make a real difference through expert HR advisory and people-first case management, we'd love to hear from you.