Human Resources Advisor

Chichester College Group; Brighton; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution based in Brighton is seeking a Human Resources Advisor to provide a customer-focused HR advisory service. The successful candidate will handle various employee relations matters and develop HR policies in line with best practices. Applicants should have a CIPD level 5 qualification or a commitment to obtain one, alongside experience in managing staffing issues. This full-time position offers a vibrant work environment, competitive salary, and benefits including a significant pension contribution.

Benefits

Local Government Pension Scheme

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Discount schemes

Family friendly policies

Continuous professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience managing a varied employee relations caseload.
• Ability to build effective working relationships with staff at all levels.
• Knowledge of Human Resources policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provide HR advisory services to staff and managers.
• Develop and implement HR policies and procedures.
• Work closely with HR Advisors and HR Manager.

Skills

CIPD level 5 qualification

Experience in employee relations

Proactive approach

Attention to detail

Education

CIPD level 5 or willingness to work towards it

Job description

Brighton MET, part of the Chichester College Group

Ref: BTN7380

Human Resources Advisor

£31,279 - £38,485

37 hours per week, 52 weeks per year

Are you passionate about providing a credible and customer focused HR advisory service? Chichester College Group is recruiting a diligent and knowledgeable HR Advisor to join their friendly Human Resources team based at the Group’s Brighton campus in the heart of the city.

As our HR Advisor, you will have experience of managing a varied and complex employee relations caseload and will quickly build effective working relationships with staff at all levels. You will provide credible, confidential and customer focused employee relations advice and guidance to staff and managers. In addition to employee relations cases, you will also be responsible for developing and implementing Human Resources policies and procedures, in line with legislation and best practice. You will work closely with other HR Advisors in your team, as well as the HR Manager and wider HR department.

Qualifications

• CIPD level 5 qualified, or willingness to work towards this qualification.
• Experience dealing with a wide range of staffing issues.
• Proactive and solutions-focused approach to progressing employee relations matters.
• High level of attention to detail.

Staff Benefits

• Local Government Pension Scheme – the Group contributes 20.4% of your actual pensionable pay.
• 25 days annual leave, increasing to 28 days in line with continuous service, plus bank holidays and college closure days over the Christmas period which are not deducted from annual leave entitlement and a wellbeing day. Plus the opportunity to purchase up to 5 days additional leave.
• Discount schemes – including discounts on shopping, restaurants, travel and onsite facilities such as our gym and First Steps Childcare nurseries (specific campuses only).
• Family friendly policies – enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay (dependant on continuous service).
• Continuous professional development opportunities – development days, funded apprenticeships and access to a range of other courses and activities.
• And much more – check out the Staff Benefits booklet attached to this advert for more information.

Working in a vibrant and inclusive further education college is an inspiring experience. Our staff have a relentless focus on delivering outstanding teaching, learning and support, where you'll encounter a diverse student body, a positive atmosphere, ample support services, innovative teaching methods, community engagement and a celebration of individual differences. It's an environment that fosters personal growth and collaboration, to change lives through learning.

We actively encourage applications from those seeking job shares, or other flexible working arrangements. Whether you're balancing caring responsibilities, pursuing personal goals, or simply seeking a healthier rhythm between life and work, we’re here to support you. Our roles are designed with adaptability in mind and at the heart of our people strategy is a commitment to an inclusive environment where different ways of working are not only accommodated but celebrated. If flexibility matters to you, you'll find a welcoming home here at CCG.

Suitable candidates may be invited to interview prior to the closing date and we reserve the right to close the vacancy early should sufficient applications be received.

Closing date: 12 January 2026

Interview date: w/c 19 & 26 January 2026

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The Chichester College Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All posts are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check, which may include a check of the barred lists and any relevant overseas checks. It is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. We vigorously pursue all references and safeguarding checks to ensure applicants are suitable to work with young people.

As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role.

We are an equal opportunities employer