Human Resources Advisor

Ballards LLP; England; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading accounting firm is seeking a proactive HR Advisor to support their Operational Support team. This role involves providing HR advice, managing employee lifecycle activities, and contributing to meaningful projects. The successful candidate will have previous HR experience and a CIPD Level 5 qualification or be working towards it. Attractive benefits include competitive salary, hybrid working, and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Flexible holiday purchase scheme

Career development opportunities

Life assurance & pension scheme

Cycle to Work & Electric Car schemes

Enhanced family pay

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• CIPD Level 5 qualified or working towards it.
• Previous HR experience in an advisory or coordination role.
• Strong organisational and multitasking skills.

Responsibilities

• Act as the first point of contact for day-to-day HR queries.
• Support onboarding, performance reviews, and engagement initiatives.
• Administer and develop HR systems to ensure smooth processes.
• Coordinate graduate and apprentice programmes.
• Support HR projects to enhance employee engagement.
• Assist with HR policy development and compliance.
• Gaining exposure to employee relations matters.

Skills

Organisational skills

Understanding of UK employment law

Communication skills

Education

CIPD Level 5 qualification (or working towards)

Tools

HRIS

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Ballards LLP are an award-winning firm of chartered accountants, with offices in Worcester, Droitwich, and Birmingham. With a modern approach to accountancy and a passion for excellent client service, we provide a wide range of services across diverse sectors.

Due to continued growth, we’re looking for a proactive HR Advisor to join our Operational Support team. This role offers the chance to work closely with our HR Manager, develop your expertise across the full employee lifecycle, and get involved in meaningful projects that shape our people strategy.

Why Join Us?

At Ballards, people come first. We’re proud of our supportive and collaborative culture, where you’ll be encouraged to take ownership, contribute ideas, and build your career. With hybrid working, a competitive benefits package, and genuine opportunities for progression, this is an excellent step for someone ready to move forward in their HR career.

About the Role

As HR Advisor, you’ll be a trusted point of contact for managers and employees, supporting on a broad range of HR processes. You’ll gain exposure to employee relations cases, projects, and policy work, with guidance and support from the HR Manager.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Acting as the first point of contact for day-to-day HR queries, providing practical and professional advice.
• Supporting managers with employee lifecycle activities such as onboarding, probation, performance reviews, and engagement initiatives.
• Administering and developing our HR systems (HRIS & appraisal platform) to ensure smooth and efficient processes.
• Coordinating graduate and apprentice programmes from onboarding through qualification.
• Supporting HR projects that enhance employee engagement, wellbeing, and the overall employee experience.
• Assisting with HR policy development and updates, ensuring compliance with legislation and best practice.
• Gaining exposure to employee relations matters (absence, capability, performance, etc.), working with the HR Manager to build your confidence and experience in this area.

About You

We’re looking for someone who is passionate about developing their HR career and providing a proactive, value-add service. You’ll be CIPD Level 5 qualified (or working towards it), with previous HR experience in an advisory or coordination role.

You’ll also bring:

• Strong organisational and multitasking skills, with the ability to manage your own workload.
• A good understanding of UK employment law and HR best practice.
• Confidence in working with stakeholders across different levels of the business.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Experience with HR systems and solid IT skills (Outlook, Excel, Word).

About the Rewards

• Competitive salary
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Flexible holiday purchase scheme
• Hybrid & flexible working
• Career development opportunities
• Life assurance & pension scheme
• Cycle to Work & Electric Car schemes
• Enhanced family pay (maternity, paternity, parental, compassionate leave)
• Employee Assistance Programme – 24/7 support