Human Resources Advisor

Bespoke Careers; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious architecture practice in Greater London seeks an HR Advisor to provide proactive advisory support and manage employee relations. The role involves coaching line managers on UK employment law and mentoring a junior HR team member. Ideal candidates will have experience in similar environments and support organizational change. Benefits include 21 days annual leave, a pension scheme, private medical insurance, and hybrid working options.

Benefits

21 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays

Holiday purchase scheme

Pension scheme with employer contribution

Private Medical Insurance

Enhanced maternity and paternity leave

Professional membership reimbursement

Employee Assistance Programme

Hybrid and flexible working

Free unlimited coffee and soft drinks

Qualifications

• Proven experience in an HR Advisor role within a design practice or professional services.
• Strong hands-on experience managing UK employee relations cases.
• Solid understanding of UK employment law and HR best practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide HR advisory support across UK locations in a global practice.
• Lead employee relations case management for various issues.
• Coach line managers on employment law and HR policy.

Skills

UK employment law knowledge

Employee relations management

Coaching line managers

Mentoring junior HR staff

Collaboration in HR team

Supporting organizational change

Job description

This is an exciting opportunity to join one of the most respected architecture practices in the industry at a pivotal stage of growth. The practice is expanding into new and emerging sectors, delivering high-profile international projects and continuing to build its global reputation for design excellence.

Following a recent team restructure, the HR function now offers clear progression pathways, broad exposure and the opportunity to play a meaningful role in shaping the people agenda. The role is based in an inspiring, design-led office, surrounded by passionate and talented people, with hybrid working (3 days in the office, 2 from home).

Key Responsibilities

• Provide proactive HR advisory support across UK locations within a global architecture practice
• Work closely with two HR Advisors to deliver a consistent, high-quality HR service
• Lead on employee relations case management, including disciplinary, grievance, absence and performance matters
• Coach and advise line managers on UK employment law, policy and HR best practice
• Line-manage, mentor and support the HR Coordinator, overseeing day-to-day HR administration
• Support organisational change initiatives and contribute to HR policy and process improvements
• Collaborate with the wider global HR team to align UK practices with global frameworks

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in an HR Advisor (or similar) role within a design practice, architecture, engineering or professional services environment
• Strong hands‑on experience managing UK ER cases end‑to‑end
• Solid working knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice
• Experience advising and coaching line managers across a multi‑site UK organisation
• Previous experience mentoring or line‑managing a junior HR team member (e.g. HR Coordinator)
• Ability to work collaboratively within a small HR team while managing multiple priorities
• Experience supporting organisational change and people initiatives in a fast‑paced environment

Benefits

• 21 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays and 3 discretionary days over the festive period
• Holiday purchase scheme (up to 5 additional days per year)
• Pension scheme (8% total contribution: 3% employer / 5% employee)
• Private Medical Insurance with AXA PPP Healthcare (fully funded, post‑probation)
• Bupa Dental Insurance at a reduced employee rate (post‑probation)
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
• Professional membership reimbursement
• Eye test costs covered (VDU)
• Employee Assistance Programme via LifeWorks (24/7 access)
• Cycle to Work scheme (post‑probation)
• Season Ticket Loan (post‑probation)
• Refer a Friend scheme
• Hybrid and flexible working (3 days in the office / 2 days from home)
• Regular social events and CPDs
• Free unlimited coffee, soft drinks and fruit in the office