HR Advisor

Acorn Recruitment; Sturminster Newton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced HR Advisor in Henstridge. In this full-time, permanent position, you will manage employee relations, oversee recruitment processes, and ensure compliance with employment law. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills and relevant experience in HR, with a desire to grow professionally. This role offers a competitive salary of up to £45,000 DOE.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in an HR Advisor or similar role.
• Strong working knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practices.
• Skilled in managing employee relations and recruitment.

Responsibilities

• Build strong employee relationships and foster a positive working environment.
• Manage the full recruitment cycle from sourcing to onboarding.
• Develop and maintain HR policies aligned with legal standards.

Skills

Employee relations

Communication skills

Knowledge of UK employment law

Recruitment

Education

CIPD Level 5 (or working towards)

Job description

HR Advisor

Henstridge | Up to £45,000 DOE | Full-Time | Permanent

Acorn by Synergie is recruiting for an experienced HR Advisor on behalf of our client in Henstridge. This is an exciting opportunity for a confident HR professional to take ownership of the HR function and play a key role in driving a positive, productive workplace culture.

Key Responsibilities:

• Employee Relations
• Build strong employee relationships and foster a positive working environment.
• Mediate conflicts and resolve grievances fairly and efficiently.
• Ensure consistent compliance with employment law and internal policies.

Recruitment & Talent Acquisition

• Write clear, inclusive job descriptions.
• Manage the full recruitment cycle from sourcing to onboarding.
• Align hiring with long-term strategic workforce planning.

Performance & Development

• Design and implement effective appraisal systems.
• Support managers in delivering constructive feedback.
• Identify skills gaps and create individual development plans.
• Promote a culture of continuous learning and growth.

Policy & Compliance

• Develop and maintain HR policies aligned with legal and ethical standards.
• Ensure best practices are applied across all areas of HR.

About You

• Proven experience in an HR Advisor or similar role.
• Strong working knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practices.
• Skilled in managing employee relations cases and recruitment processes.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• CIPD Level 5 (or working towards) desirable.

Interested?

If you're a proactive, people-focused HR professional ready for your next challenge, apply today and take the next step in your HR career!

Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment.