HR Coordinator

First Base; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment consultancy is seeking an HR Advisor in Bridgwater, Somerset to provide front-line HR support and manage HR administration across the business. The ideal candidate will be CIPD Level 5 qualified or working towards it, with previous generalist HR experience. Key responsibilities include managing HR documentation, supporting recruitment, and providing advice on HR matters. Strong administrative skills and a proactive approach are essential for success in this role.

Responsibilities

• Administer HR and payroll documentation accurately and on time.
• Maintain up‑to‑date electronic employee records.
• Support end‑to‑end recruitment activities and administration.
• Create job adverts and job descriptions.
• Arrange and attend interviews and assessment activities.
• Provide HR advice to managers in line with policy and employment law.
• Support HR meetings, including notetaking and minutes.
• Assist with low to medium‑level investigations, disciplinaries, and grievances.
• Support onboarding and ensure new starter documentation is completed.
• Respond to HR‑related queries from managers and employees.
• Maintain and update HR documentation and records.
• Support absence and performance management processes.
• Produce and maintain accurate HR data and reports.
• Act as a system user and adviser for HR platforms.
• Support employee engagement initiatives.
• Assist with HR projects as required.

Skills

CIPD Level 5 qualified or working towards qualification

Previous HR experience in a generalist role

Strong administrative and organisational skills

Excellent attention to detail and accuracy

Confident communicator, written and verbal

Able to advise stakeholders at all levels

Strong problem‑solving skills with a solutions‑focused approach

High level of confidentiality and professionalism

Competent user of Microsoft Office applications

Experience working with HR systems and databases

Customer‑focused with a passion for supporting people

Organised, proactive, and able to manage competing priorities

Job description

HR Advisor

Location: Bridgwater, Somerset
Hours: Full Time Permanent
Salary: Competitive Salary

Our client is seeking an HR Advisor to provide front‑line HR support and deliver generalist HR administration across the business.

Key Responsibilities of an HR Advisor

• Administer HR and payroll documentation accurately and on time.
• Maintain up‑to‑date electronic employee records.
• Support end‑to‑end recruitment activities and administration.
• Create描 job adverts and job descriptions.
• Arrange andრჩ attend interviews and assessment activities.
• Provide HR advice to managers in line with policy and employment law.
• Support HR meetings, including notetaking and minutes.
• Assist with low to medium‑level investigations, disciplinaries, and grievances.
• Support onboarding and ensure new starter documentation is completed.
• Respond to HR‑related queries from managers and employees.
• Maintain and update HR documentation and records.
• Support absence and performance management processes.
• Produce and maintain accurate HR data and reports.
• Act as a system user and adviser for HR platforms.
• Support employee engagement initiatives.
• Assist with HR projects as required.

Key Skills of an HR Advisor

• CIPD Level 5 qualified or working towards qualification.
• Previous HR experience in a generalist role.
• Strong administrative and organisational skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Confident communicator, written and verbal.
• Able to advise stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong problem‑solving skills with a solutions‑focused approach.
• High level of confidentiality and professionalism.
• Competent user of Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience working with HR systems and databases.
• Customer‑focused with a passion for supporting people.
• Organised, proactive, and able to manage competing priorities.