HR Consultant

Bespoke HR; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic HR consultancy in Guildford is seeking an experienced HR Consultant to provide hands-on HR advice and support to a diverse client base. This role offers flexible working hours and the opportunity to resolve complex HR issues in a supportive, collaborative environment. Ideal candidates will have HR experience and strong knowledge of UK employment law, along with a proactive approach to client management.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Supportive working environment

Ongoing learning opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in a generalist HR role, ideally at consultant level.
• Confidence in managing sensitive HR issues independently.
• Ability to juggle multiple clients and priorities.

Responsibilities

• Provide HR advice on employee relations, performance management, and absence management.
• Support clients with recruitment projects and onboarding processes.
• Attend client meetings and lead HR discussions.

Skills

Generalist HR experience

Interpersonal skills

Knowledge of UK employment law

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Proactive mindset

Education

CIPD qualification (Level 5 or above)

Job description

HR Consultant
Location: Guildford - Hybrid working, 50% office based
Salary: GBP40,000 basic plus GBP8,000 commission
Hours: Full time or part time

Are you an experienced HR professional looking for a dynamic and flexible consultancy role within a supportive and close-knit team

We're a family-run business based in Guildford with a team of 16, providing outsourced HR support to over 140 businesses across a variety of sectors from healthcare to hospitality. We pride ourselves on offering practical, people-focused solutions, helping clients navigate everything from recruitment to redundancies, and everything in between.

Bespoke HR are now looking for a HR Consultant to join a growing team. Whether you're seeking part-time or full-time hours, this is a fantastic opportunity to work across a diverse client base, offering hands-on, practical HR advice and support.

What s in it for you

• A flexible role (part-time or full-time) tailored to fit around the right candidate
• A supportive, collaborative working environment
• Exposure to a wide range of clients, industries, and HR challenges
• Ongoing learning opportunities, including access to employment law updates and seminars
• A varied and rewarding role where no two days are the same

About the role:

As a HR Consultant, you ll be working directly with clients to provide high-quality HR advice and guidance, helping them resolve complex people issues and implement robust HR practices. You ll manage a varied workload, supporting multiple businesses with their day-to-day HR needs and strategic projects.

What you ll be doing

• Providing HR advice to clients on a range of topics including employee relations, performance management, disciplinary and grievance processes, and absence management
• Supporting clients with recruitment projects, onboarding processes, and contractual documentation
• Attending client meetings and acting as the lead HR consultant in discussions
• Drafting bespoke contracts, policies, and employee handbooks
• Conducting HR audits and producing detailed reports with recommendations
• Keeping clients up to date with employment law changes and best practices
• Working closely with our operations manager and support team to deliver a seamless service

What we are looking for

• Previous experience in a generalist HR role, ideally at consultant level
• A pragmatic, solutions-focused approach with excellent interpersonal skills
• Strong working knowledge of UK employment law
• Confidence in advising clients and managing sensitive HR issues independently
• Outstanding organisation, attention to detail and written communication skills
• A proactive mindset with the ability to juggle multiple clients and priorities
• CIPD qualification (Level 5 or above) is preferential but not essential
• A full UK driving licence and access to your own car for client visits
• If you thrive in a fast-paced, varied environment and enjoy making a genuine impact, we d love to hear from you

If this sounds like something you would be interested in, we want to hear from you!