HR Advisor (Employee Relations)

Pearson - UK; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education organization in Manchester is seeking an HR Advisor (Employee Relations) for a fixed-term 13-month contract. This full-time position emphasizes employee relations and requires candidates to have prior HR experience and at least a CIPD Level 3 HR certification. The role includes advising managers, ensuring legal compliance, and implementing best practices. The organization offers hybrid working arrangements and competitive salaries.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Prior experience in employee relations.
• Dependable and responsible team player.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Advise managers on employee relations matters.
• Maintain legal compliance and confidentiality.
• Implement best practices aligned with company objectives.

Skills

Employee relations

Generalist HR exposure

Time management

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

CIPD Level 3 HR certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Our Organisation

Pearson VUE (pearsonvue.com) has established itself as a leader in computer-based testing for several decades, administering over 15 million certification and licensure examinations annually across diverse sectors, including academia, admissions, IT, and healthcare. As global leaders in high-stakes assessment delivery, we operate the world’s largest network of nearly 20,000 test centres located in 180 countries. Our reputation within the assessment industry is built on enduring partnerships with an extensive array of clients, ranging from prominent technology organisations to government bodies and regulatory agencies. Pearson VUE consistently appears on the Forbes list of Best Employers and has received recognition through honours such as the Best Employers for Diversity awards.

We take pride in offering an outstanding environment for professional development and are currently seeking an HR Advisor (Employee Relations) to join our accomplished team based from our Salford Quays, Manchester office.

Pearson VUE operates as part of Pearson, the world’s foremost learning company, which boasts a global presence and market-leading businesses. Pearson is publicly listed on both the London and New York stock exchanges (UK: PSON; NYSE: PSO).

Your Opportunity

• HR Advisor (Employee Relations)
• Associated office - Salford Quays, Manchester, UK
• Fixed-term contract: 13 months
• Full-time: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday
• Competitive salary offered
• Emphasis on Employee Relations
• Hybrid working arrangement

Are you prepared to elevate your career in Human Resources? The position of HR Advisor (Employee Relations) at Pearson VUE offers you the opportunity to expand your knowledge and further your career within a supportive environment.

In this role, you will collaborate closely with experienced HR professionals, delivering a proactive and effective Human Resources service to managers and employees within designated areas of the Pearson VUE global business. You will ensure that managers receive comprehensive support across all HR matters, with a focus on employee relations, enabling them to achieve their objectives efficiently and effectively.

Candidates should demonstrate prior experience in employee relations, possess generalist HR exposure, and hold a minimum of CIPD Level 3 HR certification.

Your Responsibilities

• Advise and partner with managers across all employee relations and generalist HR functions
• Maintain strict legal compliance and confidentiality when managing employee personal data.
• Advocate for and implement best practices aligned with Pearson VUE’s objectives and organisational culture.
• Guide and support managers regarding grievance, disciplinary, and other employee-related matters to ensure cases progress in accordance with legislation, policy, and best practice.
• Oversee and, where appropriate, work in conjunction with the Pearson PeopleCare Team to ensure effective administrative support for both the HR function and wider business.
• Collaborate with the PeopleCare team to guarantee robust systems and processes are in place.

Our Successful Candidate

The ideal candidate will have previous HR experience focusing on Employee Relations and must have attained, at minimum, a CIPD Level 3 HR certificate.

Successful applicants will exhibit strong time management, organisational, and prioritisation abilities essential for thriving in a dynamic and occasionally high-pressure environment. Independence is expected, coupled with the discernment to seek guidance when necessary.

We require a dependable, responsible team player with excellent written and verbal communication skills in English. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and meticulous attention to detail are also essential.

Your rewards & benefits

We know you’ll do great work, so we give a lot back with some of the best benefits in the business. We know one size doesn’t fit all, so our workplace programs meet the different needs of our diverse teams, and their families, too.

Please see our attractive UK benefits here:Pearson Jobs – Benefits

Our Recruitment Process

We anticipate that the selected candidate will commence employment on 1 October 2025.

We wish you every success throughout the application process.

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