HR Advisor

TN United Kingdom; Penrith; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate HR Advisor to join their dynamic team during an exciting growth phase. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a real impact by advising on employee relations, enhancing workplace culture, and supporting wellbeing initiatives. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, building strong relationships and driving improvements in HR practices. With a commitment to inclusivity and support, this role promises a rewarding experience for those looking to advance their HR career.

Benefits

33 days annual leave

Referral bonus of £1000

Auto-enrolment pension scheme

Health and wellbeing benefits

Life Assurance

Monthly awards for excellence

Discounts on high street brands

Qualifications

• Experience in HR advisory roles with a focus on employee relations.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Advise on employee relations and coach managers across the organization.
• Drive talent development and support wellbeing initiatives.

Skills

HR generalist experience

CIPD Level 5

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Data management

Education

CIPD Level 5

Job description

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Looking for a HR role with real impact? Due to an exciting period of growth here at Wilderness, we’re seeking a passionate, proactive HR Advisor to join our established HR team and support our people.

In this fast-paced, varied role, you'll work closely with managers across the organization, offering expert advice on employee relations, policies, and people practices. Your work will help us create a fair, inclusive, and supportive culture through coaching managers, supporting wellbeing initiatives, and driving improvements.

What you’ll do:

1. Advise and coach on a wide range of employee relations matters.
2. Build strong, trusted relationships with managers and teams.
3. Help drive talent development, succession planning, and retention.
4. Lead on return-to-work and exit interview processes.
5. Support risk assessments, OH referrals, and wellbeing initiatives.
6. Collaborate on HR projects and policy improvements.

What we’re looking for:

• HR generalist experience, ideally as an Advisor.
• CIPD Level 5 (or working towards).
• Great communication and problem-solving skills.
• Confidence with data and HR systems.
• Ability to manage a busy workload across multiple priorities.
• Willingness to travel to services across Cumbria and the Northeast.

Working at Wilderness:

• Working Pattern: Monday to Friday.
• Annual Leave: 33 days per annum, with additional leave at 2 and 5 years’ service.
• Training: In-depth induction and welcome programme.
• Referral Bonus: £1000 for successful friend referrals.
• Pension: Auto-enrolment into our company pension scheme.
• Awards: Monthly Wilderness Heroes Awards.
• Wellbeing: Health and wellbeing benefits via Medicash, including an employee assistance programme, healthcare discounts, virtual GP access, and lifestyle apps.
• Life Assurance: 2 times annual salary.
• Discounts: Savings on high street brands, restaurants, cinemas, and more, including local businesses.

We are an equal opportunities employer committed to safeguarding children. The successful candidate will undergo necessary background checks, including obtaining an Enhanced Disclosure from the DBS, Access NI, or Disclosure Scotland.