HR Advisor

The Talent World; Weston-super-Mare; Hybrid; GBP 37,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

The Talent World in Bristol is seeking an experienced HR Advisor to join a collaborative People Team across multiple sites. You will provide expert guidance on employee relations, support managers, and help maintain fair, compliant policies.

This role offers a hybrid working pattern with a flexible base and four office locations, a 37-hour week, and a focus on GDPR compliance, payroll terms, and practical solutions that fit organisational needs and employee wellbeing.

Qualifications

• CIPD Level 3 qualification or working towards it.
• Experience in HR Advisor role with employee relations casework.
• Up-to-date knowledge of employment law and GDPR requirements.
• Experience advising on pay and terms of employment.
• Proven ability to resolve complex employee relations cases with practical solutions.
• Balance transactional HR support with strategic people initiatives.
• Strong relationship-building and stakeholders influence.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organisational and prioritisation skills.
• Ability to work independently and within a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional HR advice and guidance to managers and leaders on employee relations matters.
• Manage and support employee relations casework (disciplinary, grievance, absence, performance, capability).
• Ensure HR policies and practices comply with current legislation.
• Advise on pay and terms of employment.
• Support organisational change initiatives and people projects.
• Build positive relationships across the organisation as a trusted HR partner.
• Develop and implement HR policies and best practices.
• Support both operational and strategic HR activities.
• Maintain accurate HR records and GDPR compliance.

Skills

Employee relations

Casework management

Employment law

GDPR compliance

HR policies

Education

CIPD Level 3 qualification

Job description

Salary: £36,500 – £40,000Location: Bristol (flexible base across four office locations)Hours: 37 hours per weekMonday–Thursday: 8:30am–4:30pm | Friday: 8:30am–4:00pmWorking Pattern: Hybrid working available, with flexibility around working hours

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced and proactive HR Advisor to join a collaborative and supportive People Team. This is an excellent opportunity for an HR professional who enjoys building strong relationships, providing expert advice, and making a tangible difference within a multi-site organisation.

Working closely with senior leaders and managers, you will provide expert guidance and hands‑on support across a broad range of employee relations and people matters. You will help leaders navigate HR challenges with confidence, ensuring a consistent, fair and people-focused approach.

This is a varied and fast-paced role where no two days are the same. You'll utilise your HR expertise, sound judgement and problem-solving skills to develop practical solutions that support both organisational objectives and employee wellbeing. You will also contribute to wider HR projects and initiatives that help strengthen organisational culture and improve the employee experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide professional HR advice and guidance to managers and leaders on a wide range of employee relations matters.
• Manage and support employee relations casework, including disciplinary, grievance, absence management, performance and capability issues.
• Ensure HR policies, procedures and employment practices are applied consistently and in line with current legislation.
• Advise on pay, terms and conditions of employment.
• Support organisational change initiatives and wider people projects.
• Build positive working relationships across the organisation, acting as a trusted HR partner.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of HR policies, processes and best practice.
• Support both operational and strategic HR activities.
• Maintain accurate HR records and ensure GDPR compliance.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• CIPD Level 3 qualification (or working towards it), or equivalent HR advisory experience.
• Previous experience in an HR Advisor role, particularly with employee relations casework.
• Up-to-date knowledge of employment law, HR policies and GDPR requirements.
• Experience advising on pay, terms and conditions of employment.
• A proven track record of resolving complex employee relations cases with practical, outcome-focused solutions.
• The ability to balance transactional HR support with strategic people initiatives.
• Strong relationship-building skills and the ability to influence and support stakeholders at all levels.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the confidence to manage sensitive and confidential matters professionally.
• Outstanding organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise effectively in a busy environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, coupled with sound decision‑making skills.
• The ability to work independently while also contributing positively within a team environment.