HR Advisor

SF Recruitment; Portsmouth; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A national property services provider seeks a HR Regional Advisor/People Partner to join their Heating & Compliance division. This hybrid role based in Portsmouth involves acting as a trusted partner to managers, handling employee relations, and supporting organizational change. Ideal candidates have a CIPD Level 5 qualification and experience in a generalist HR role, with strong communication skills and knowledge of UK employment law. The role offers a salary of £38,000 - £40,000 plus a car allowance.

Qualifications

• Experience in a generalist HR role with strong ER case management.
• Knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practices.
• Experience in a fast-paced operational environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide advice and coaching on employee relations issues.
• Support organizational change and recruitment.
• Promote equality and inclusion in people management.

Skills

Employee relations management

Recruitment and talent development

CIPD Level 5

Communication skills

Coaching and mentoring

Education

CIPD Level 5 or equivalent

CIPD Level 7

Job description

Overview

SF Recruitment have recently partnered with a national property services and renewables provider to recruit a HR Regional Advisor / People Partner for their Heating & Compliance division in the South. This is a fast-paced, people-focused role that aims to make a real difference to communities.

Location: Portsmouth (Hybrid, with travel across the South)

Salary: GBP38,000 - GBP40,000 + 10% Car Allowance

Responsibilities

• Act as a trusted partner to managers, providing advice and coaching on employee relations issues (disciplinary, grievance, absence, performance).
• Support organisational change including TUPE, restructures, redeployment and redundancy.
• Work closely with managers on recruitment, succession planning and talent development.
• Promote equality, diversity, and inclusion across all aspects of people management.
• Partner with recognised Trade Unions to maintain effective working relationships.
• Ensure HR policies and practices are applied consistently, identifying and recommending improvements where needed.
• Lead or support people-related projects and initiatives that drive employee engagement and business performance.
• Maintain accuracy of HR and payroll systems in partnership with the People Admin team.

About You

• CIPD Level 5 (or equivalent experience) is essential; Level 7 desirable.
• Proven experience in a generalist HR role with strong ER case management background.
• Up-to-date knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice.
• Confident working in a fast-paced, operational environment with a high volume of employee queries.
• Able to coach and challenge managers, while keeping advice practical and to the point.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to build relationships across both management and blue-collar staff.
• Willingness to travel across the South (a valid driving licence is required).

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced HR professional who enjoys being hands-on, making an impact, and working in a dynamic environment.