HR Advisor (6-12 month Fixed Term Contract)
Department: Human Resources
Employment Type: Fixed Term Contract
Location: Romford
Compensation: £34,000 / year
Description
We’re looking for a proactive and approachable HR Advisor to join our HR team and support the delivery of a high-quality, people-focused service across the business. You’ll play a key role in advising managers and employees on a wide range of HR matters, helping to build a positive and compliant workplace culture.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with solid HR experience who enjoys variety, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and wants to make a real impact.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide expert advice and guidance to managers and employees on HR policies, procedures, and employment legislation
- Support employee relations matters including disciplinary, grievance, absence management, and performance issues
- Assist with end-to-end recruitment activities, including drafting job descriptions, advertising roles, screening applications, and coordinating interviews
- Manage and support HR processes such as onboarding, probation, contract changes, and exit interviews
- Support hiring managers to ensure a smooth, inclusive, and effective recruitment and selection process
- Assist in developing and implementing HR initiatives and projects that support business objectives
- Maintain and update employee records in the HR system, ensuring accuracy and compliance
- Assist with HR reporting, data analysis, and compliance with employment law and best practices
What We're Looking For
- CIPD Level 5 qualified (or working towards) or equivalent experience
- Previous experience in an HR Advisor or similar role
- Strong understanding of UK employment law and HR best practices
- Experience supporting or coordinating recruitment activities
- Confident, professional, and able to build strong working relationships at all levels
- Excellent communication, organisational, and problem-solving skills
- Discreet, with a strong understanding of confidentiality and data protection
- Able to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment
Benefits
- Hybrid Work Model: Eligible for hybrid working based on a weekly working pattern of 3 days in the office and 2 working from home.
- Generous Holiday Allowance: 32 days of annual leave (including bank holidays).
- Comprehensive Benefits Package: Includes a discretionary annual bonus, company-paid health cash plan, company pension via salary sacrifice, Perkbox discount portal, holiday buy scheme, travel insurance discounts, and more.
- Supportive Environment: Be part of a collaborative and encouraging team culture in a company committed to transparency, empathy, and inclusivity.
- Convenient Location: Easy access to bus routes and trains