HR Advisor

CMA Recruitment Group; Rottingdean; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced HR Advisor for a permanent role in the UK. The successful candidate will provide hands-on HR support, manage recruitment processes, and ensure compliance with UK employment law. Strong organizational skills and CIPD Level 5 qualification are required. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits, along with opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Competitive salary

Collaborative culture

Qualifications

• Experience in a generalist HR role.
• Strong knowledge of HR best practices.
• High attention to detail and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide first-line HR advice to managers and employees.
• Coordinate new starter processes and manage leaver processes.
• Produce and manage HR reports for senior stakeholders.
• Oversee the full recruitment process.
• Lead on annual reviews of HR policies and staff handbook.
• Monitor absence cases and conduct return-to-work interviews.

Skills

CIPD Level 5 qualification

Knowledge of UK employment law

Excellent administration skills

Confident communicator

Proactive and flexible mindset

Strong IT skills

Job description

CMA Recruitment Group is delighted to be working exclusively with a well-established business based in Blandford Forum to recruit an experienced HR Advisor on a permanent basis. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive, values-driven organisation where you will play a key role in delivering hands-on HR support and driving operational excellence across the business.

What will the HR Advisor role involve?

• Provide first-line HR advice to managers and employees on policies, employee relations, and best practice
• Coordinate new starter processes, inductions, and onboarding, as well as manage leaver processes, including exit interviews
• Produce and manage HR reports, including regular updates for senior stakeholders
• Oversee the full recruitment process, coordinating interviews, and preparing offers and contracts
• Ensure all job descriptions and person specifications are accurate and kept up to date
• Lead on annual reviews of the staff handbook, HR policies, and templates to ensure compliance with employment legislation
• Actively monitor absence cases and conduct return-to-work interviews
• Coordinate the performance appraisal process and employee engagement initiatives

Suitable candidate for the HR Advisor vacancy:

• CIPD Level 5 qualification (or working towards) with proven experience in a generalist HR role
• Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practices
• Excellent administration and organisational skills with high attention to detail
• Confident communicator with the ability to build relationships at all levels
• Proactive and flexible, with a solutions-focused mindset
• Strong IT skills and experience managing HR systems and reporting

Additional benefits and information for the role of HR Advisor:

• Permanent position with opportunities for professional development and progression
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Supportive and collaborative working culture

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