HR Advisor

Tate; Norwich; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organisation is seeking an HR Advisor for a fixed-term contract in Hemel Hempstead. The role involves supporting managers with employee relations, ensuring compliance with labour laws, and providing HR advice. Ideal candidates will have strong experience in employee relations and excellent interpersonal skills. Join a collaborative HR team and make a meaningful contribution to the organisation. This position offers opportunities for professional growth in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Exposure to HR activities

Opportunities for growth and development

Supportive HR team

Qualifications

• Strong employee-relations experience at all levels.
• Proven experience in HR or administrative role.
• Experience in compliance with company policies and labour laws.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the first point of contact for HR queries.
• Provide advice in line with company policy.
• Support managers with employee-relations cases.
• Assist with recruitment and selection activities.

Skills

Employee relations expertise

HR advisory skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Education

CIPD qualified or part-CIPD qualified

Job description

Job Description HR Advisor – Employee Relations (Hemel Hempstead, Office Based) – Monday‑Friday, 8:30 am–5:00 pm. Fixed‑Term Contract – 3‑6 months. Join a global leader and make an impact where it matters. We are recruiting for an experienced HR Advisor with strong employee‑relations expertise for a 3‑ to 6‑month fixed‑term contract to join a prestigious, market‑leading organisation at their Hemel Hempstead site.

About the Role

Based at the Hemel Hempstead site (home to around 470 employees), you’ll be part of a small, collaborative HR team providing comprehensive HR support to managers and employees. The wider business employs over 1,500 people across four UK sites, and you’ll play a key role in supporting the success of the Hemel Hempstead operation.

Responsibilities

• Act as the first point of contact for day‑to‑day HR and employee‑relations queries
• Provide confidential advice and guidance in line with company policy and current legislation
• Support managers with employee‑relations cases, absence management, and performance issues
• Collate and analyse HR data for reporting to the HR Manager and senior management team
• Contribute to continuous‑improvement initiatives to enhance the employee experience
• Actively represent the HR team at local site meetings (management meetings, employee forums, health‑and‑safety and trade‑union meetings)
• Support the HR Manager with the implementation of all Employee Engagement Survey action plans with the site management team
• Support managers with key initiatives to improve employee well‑being and engagement
• Promote and “live” the company values and care culture
• Organise and assist with the delivery of training and development activities (management training, employee site inductions and onboarding)
• Take ownership and responsibility for the case management of all Employment Relations, ensuring all associated actions are logged on the trackers and documentation retained on employee files
• Provide expert advice on ER issues and coach managers in appropriate actions to take, in line with current Employment Legislation and company policies and procedures
• Ensure compliance with company policies and labour laws during all stages of the employee lifecycle, especially in sensitive ER matters
• Coordinate and assist with recruitment and selection activities (interviews and assessment centres)
• Assist site managers with absence case management
• Handle other ad‑hoc duties as required

Qualifications

• Strong employee‑relations experience at all levels and a process‑driven approach
• Proven experience in a similar HR or administrative role (essential)
• Experience providing HR advice and guidance in line with company policies, procedures and legislation (advantageous)
• Experience working in a unionised environment (ideal)
• CIPD qualified or part‑CIPD qualified would be advantageous; an equivalent level of experience will be considered

About You

You’ll be a confident HR professional with proven employee‑relations experience, strong attention to detail, and a proactive approach to problem solving. You’ll have excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build trusted relationships across all levels of the organisation.

Why Join Us

• Be part of a globally recognised brand known for excellence, innovation, and people development
• Work alongside talented professionals in a supportive and collaborative HR team
• Gain exposure to a wide range of HR activities and projects, with opportunities for growth and development
• Make a meaningful contribution to a thriving and respected organisation