HR Advisor - Fixed Term Contract

Optima Plus Recruitment; Aldershot; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in the UK is seeking an experienced HR Advisor for a fixed-term contract. This role involves providing professional HR advice, managing employee relations, and supporting organisational change projects in a hybrid work environment. Candidates should have at least CIPD Level 5, substantial HR experience, and strong knowledge of employment legislation. Join us to make a real impact in an inclusive workplace.

Qualifications

• Minimum CIPD Level 5 qualification in HR.
• Substantial post-qualification HR advisory experience required.
• Knowledge of employment practices and legislation is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide HR advice on policies and legislation.
• Manage employee relations casework effectively.
• Support organisational change projects.

Skills

HR advisory experience

Employment legislation knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Microsoft 365 proficiency

Education

CIPD Level 5 (Associate Membership)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Overview

HR Advisor - Fixed Term Contract

Location: Lyndhurst (Hybrid - 50% office/site-based across Lyndhurst, Lymington, Ringwood & Hardley)

Salary: £40,174 - £43,236 per annum

Contract Type: Fixed Term (9-12 months), Full-Time

Key Responsibilities

• Provide professional HR advice to managers and employees on employment policies, procedures, and employment law.
• Manage a wide range of employee relations casework, including disciplinary, grievance, dismissal, and appeal hearings.
• Support organisational change projects including restructures, TUPE, and changes to terms and conditions.
• Develop and maintain HR policies, ensuring alignment with best practice and legislation.
• Work collaboratively with managers, trade unions, and employee representatives to achieve positive outcomes.
• Deliver HR-related training for managers and staff.
• Represent HR in corporate projects, employee forums, wellbeing initiatives, and other specialist groups.
• Liaise with Occupational Health and provide sensitive support on employee wellbeing and ill-health cases.

About You

• CIPD Level 5 (Associate Membership) as a minimum.
• Substantial post-qualification HR advisory experience.
• Strong knowledge of employment legislation and best practice.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and build relationships at all levels.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft 365, including Excel.
• A full driving licence and access to a vehicle (essential).

Desirable:

• Experience working within the public sector.
• Psychometric testing qualifications (Levels A & B).
• Full Chartered Membership of CIPD.

Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion

At Optima Plus Recruitment, we believe in equal opportunities for all. We welcome applications from people of every background, culture, and community — including those with disabilities, individuals from minority groups, and people from all faiths or no faith.

We are proud to support applications from:

• Armed Forces leavers and veterans
• Individuals with disabilities or long-term health conditions
• Parents returning to work
• Career changers
• Those seeking flexible or hybrid opportunities

We are committed to nurturing an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. If you have the skills and passion to make a difference, we want to hear from you. If you are an experienced HR Advisor seeking your next challenge and want to make a real impact, Optima Plus Recruitment want to hear from you. Apply today and take the next step in your HR career.