HR Advisor

Future plc; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic media organization in the UK is seeking an HR Advisor to deliver comprehensive HR support. You will manage HR processes, handle employee relations issues, advise managers, and ensure legal compliance. The ideal candidate will have relevant HR qualifications and experience managing ER cases. Benefits include 25 days of annual leave, a bonus scheme, and increased pension contributions. This is a full-time, permanent opportunity based in Nottingham.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Full business closure at Christmas

Increased pension contributions

Bonus scheme

Cash health plan

Qualifications

• Proven experience in managing ER cases independently.
• Experience supporting HR across group or multi-site operations.
• Must have a valid UK driving license.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage HR processes for employees.
• Handle employee relations issues, including disciplinary and grievance matters.
• Advise and coach managers on HR best practices.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Strong working knowledge of UK Employment Law

Proficient in MS Office and HRIS systems

Collaborative and approachable with strong relationship-building skills

Proactive, resilient, and able to manage multiple priorities

Education

Relevant HR qualification or qualified by experience (CIPD Level 3 or above)

Job description

Our Newark based client has an exciting opportunity for a HR Advisor to join their team on a full time, permanent basis. This role will be the first point of contact for HR-related matters providing professional, proactive and comprehensive HR support to the business., As a HR Advisor, you ll be working closely with managers and operational teams with the following responsibilities:

• Lead and manage HR processes for employees, ensuring compliance across recruitment, onboarding, development, performance management, and offboarding.
• Handle employee relations issues, including disciplinary, grievance, absence, and capability matters in line with company policies and current legislation.
• Manage disciplinary matters and provide HR case management support as needed.
• Advise and coach managers, team leaders, and staff on HR best practices and legal compliance.
• Collaborate with the management team and Team Leaders on succession planning, resourcing, and employee engagement.
• Maintain accurate employee records and HR documentation in compliance with GDPR and company standards.
• Draft and issue employment documentation, including contracts and formal communications.
• Support wellbeing initiatives and manage sickness absence and attendance.
• Act as a trusted HR contact, handling queries professionally and confidentially.
• Develop, review, and implement HR policies and procedures in line with legislative updates and business needs.
• Produce and maintain HR reports, analytics, and KPI dashboards for management decision-making.
• Contribute to cross-functional HR projects and group-wide initiatives as directed.
• Provide administrative and generalist HR support to the team as required.

Qualifications

• Have a relevant HR qualification or qualified by experience (CIPD Level 3 or above would be desirable).
• Proven experience in managing ER cases independently.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong working knowledge of UK Employment Law.
• Proficient in MS Office and HRIS systems.
• Experience supporting HR across group or multi-site operations.
• Collaborative and approachable with strong relationship-building skills.
• Proactive, resilient, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Must have a valid UK driving license.

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Full business closure at Christmas.
• Increased pension contributions.
• Bonus scheme.
• Cash health plan.