HR Advisor

Ashley Kate HR & Finance; Shrewsbury; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A human resources consultancy in Shrewsbury seeks an experienced HR Advisor to manage the full employee lifecycle, from recruitment to payroll, in a permanent hybrid role. The ideal candidate should have HR Generalist experience, solid knowledge of employment law, and strong communication skills. The role offers a salary range of £35,000 to £45,000 per annum, with opportunities for continuous improvement projects within the organization.

Qualifications

• Confident HR Generalist experience at HR Manager or Advisor level.
• Solid knowledge of employment law.
• CIPD qualification is desirable.
• Strong communicator and multitasker.
• Driven, detail-focused, and results-oriented.
• Skilled at building relationships.
• Empathetic, trustworthy, and professional.
• Experience managing Payroll and Benefits.

Responsibilities

• Manage employee lifecycle from recruitment to exit.
• Handle pay and tax queries, maintain employee records.
• Coach line managers through HR processes.
• Deliver health and safety briefings.
• Manage employee engagement surveys.

Skills

HR Generalist experience

Knowledge of employment law

Strong communication

Detail-oriented

Relationship building

Empathy

Education

CIPD qualification

Job description

Are you a HR Advisor who enjoys the transactional side of HR Looking for a permanent hybrid role?

Are you available to start immediately?

Ashley Kate HR are working with a management and training business based in Telford to hire a permanent HR Advisor.

This role covers the full employee lifecycle, from recruitment and onboarding through to payroll, benefits, employee relations, and learning and development. The HR Advisor will also be involved in HR projects that contribute to the wider people strategy and help drive continuous improvement across the organisation.

Salary between £35,000 - £45,000 per annum.

Full time, 37.5 hours per week, Telford and Hybrid.

Key Responsibilities

• Employee Lifecycle Management
  • Design and deliver structured induction programmes tailored to each department.
  • Manage all stages of the employee journey from offer to exit, ensuring compliance with company and ISO standards.
  • Coordinate probation reviews and support line managers with performance discussions.
  • Conduct exit interviews, analyse trends, and provide reports with recommendations.
  • Oversee employee engagement surveys and ENPS, supporting follow‑up actions and improvement plans.
• Recruitment & Selection
  • Manage the ATS to ensure a smooth candidate experience and timely updates.
  • Partner with managers to create job descriptions, adverts, and competency frameworks.
• Payroll & Benefits
  • Handle pay and tax queries, maintaining accurate employee records.
  • Administer benefits such as healthcare, life assurance, car schemes, and recognition awards.
  • Review and improve pay and benefits processes, ensuring compliance and market alignment.
• Employee Relations
  • Coach line managers through informal and formal HR processes.
  • Manage family‑friendly policies including maternity, paternity, adoption, and parental leave.
  • Review and update HR policies and procedures in line with employment law and best practice.
• Health, Safety & Compliance
  • Deliver day‑one health and safety briefings and ensure HR processes meet ISO and audit standards.
  • Maintain records for first aid, fire safety, and mental health first aid cover.
  • Support driver compliance and vetting requirements.
  • Ensure all contracts, RTW checks, and working time records meet legal standards.
  • Provide HR evidence and documentation for ISO, IIP, and financial audits.
  • Manage contractor and consultancy agreements, including IR35 checks and SDS documentation.

About you

• Confident HR Generalist experience at HR Manager or Advisor level.
• Solid knowledge of employment law.
• CIPD qualified desirable.
• Strong communicator & multitasker.
• Driven, detail‑focused & results‑oriented.
• Skilled at building relationships.
• Empathetic, trustworthy & professional.
• Experience managing Payroll and Benefits.

To Apply for this role please email or call (phone number removed).

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