HR / People Advisor

Waythrough; West Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mental health charity in the UK is seeking a People Advisor for a hybrid HR role, focused on employee relations and policy implementation. The ideal candidate will possess strong knowledge of employment legislation, commitment to best HR practices, and ideally hold a CIPD qualification. Benefits include comprehensive annual leave, a pension scheme, and professional development support, making this an exciting opportunity to impact lives positively.

Benefits

27 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays

Pension scheme with up to 6.5% matched contribution

Life assurance (3× annual salary)

Cycle to Work scheme

Professional fee reimbursement

Qualifications

• Ideally CIPD-qualified or equivalent HR experience.
• Strong knowledge of employment legislation.
• Excellent judgment and commitment to HR best practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide HR advisory support across processes such as capability and grievance.
• Manage a varied ER caseload, ensuring compliance with employment law.
• Support the development and implementation of People policies.

Job description

Job Description

People Advisor

Location: Midlands

Salary: £29,880 - £38,180

Contract type / hours: Permanent, 37 Hours

Please note: The salary listed reflects the full earning potential for this role. Starting salaries depend on experience and progression within the band.

This is a Region based role, you will be required to hybrid work at your closest site in the region

About Waythrough

Waythrough was formed in 2024 following the merger of Humankind and Richmond Fellowship. Together, we’ve created one of the largest mental health and social support charities in England.

Every year, we support around 125,000 people through nearly 200 services – and it’s all made possible by our 3,500 brilliant staff and volunteers.

Make a real difference in your community

Are you passionate about helping others live safer, healthier, more independent lives? Join our team at Waythrough and support people facing challenges around mental health, substance use, housing or domestic abuse. This is more than just a job – it’s a chance to build meaningful relationships and create lasting change.

About the Role

Are you looking for a positive, challenging, and genuinely supportive environment? If so, we’d love to hear from you. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who wants to grow their HR career in a forward-thinking organisation.

As an HR Advisor, you’ll work across a broad spectrum of Employee Relations (ER) cases and play a key role in developing managers’ confidence through HR-related training (full training provided). You’ll also be involved in varied project work including TUPE and redundancy activity.

You will bring a proactive, professional, and solutions-focused approach, quickly building credibility and strong collaborative relationships at all levels of the organisation.

Reporting to the Lead People Partner, you will contribute to the delivery of high-quality HR services, working closely with the People Business Partner for your allocated operational area. Occasional travel to meetings and services will be required, so a full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle is essential.

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Key Responsibilities

• Advisory Support : Provide clear, consistent HR advice across processes such as capability, disciplinary, grievance, TUPE, redundancy, and dismissal.
• Employee Relations Casework : Manage a varied, and often complex ER caseload, ensuring compliance with employment law and internal policies, including attendance and performance matters.
• Policy Implementation : Support the development and implementation of People policies, procedures, and practices aligned with current legislation and organisational objectives.

About You

You will ideally be CIPD-qualified or have an equivalent HR degree or relevant experience. You bring strong knowledge of employment legislation, excellent judgement, and a commitment to best practice in HR.

Join us at Waythrough , where your work will make a meaningful impact on the lives of the people we support. Apply today and become part of a dynamic, purpose-driven team making a real difference.

What We Offer

We value the people who make a difference every day. Alongside meaningful work, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package :

• 27 days’ annual leave, rising to 32 after 1 year (plus bank holidays)
• Pension scheme with 4.5% employer contribution, matched up to 6.5%
• Life assurance (3× annual salary)
• Enhanced sick pay and family-friendly pay
• Birthday leave and the option to buy up to 5 extra days’ annual leave
• Professional fee reimbursement for relevant qualifications
• 24 / 7 online GP access and Employee Assistance Programme
• Recognition and long service awards via our Way to Go and Aspirations portals
• £500 Recommend a Friend bonus
• Cycle to Work scheme and Credit Union membership
• Discounts via Blue Light Card, Charity Discounts, Extras and Tickets for Good
• Free will writing service and wellbeing initiatives throughout the year

Inclusion and accessibility

Waythrough is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities, especially those with lived experience of the issues we support.

If you need adjustments or support to apply, please email our recruitment team : [e-mail]

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