Human Resources Advisor

KC Group Recruitment; Hawton; Hybrid; GBP 22,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

KC Group Recruitment in the West Midlands is seeking an experienced HR Advisor on a 12-month fixed term contract. You will support HR compliance and governance across the organisation and provide guidance to colleagues on key compliance matters.

You will also coach junior members of the HR team, contribute to process improvements, and ensure high standards of HR service with accurate records for audits and reporting, while building strong relationships with stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Experience in HR Operations/Advisory with a focus on compliance.
• Knowledge of UK employment law and HR compliance requirements.
• Experience supporting, coaching or guiding junior colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Support HR compliance and governance activities across the organisation.
• Provide guidance on Right to Work, immigration and sponsorship, and broader compliance.
• Support and mentor junior members of the HR team.
• Contribute to HR process improvements and ensure accurate records for audits.
• Build strong stakeholder relationships and provide practical HR policy guidance.

Skills

HR compliance

Governance

Stakeholder management

Right to Work

Immigration sponsorship

Coaching juniors

Education

CIPD qualification

Job description

Location: West Midlands

Salary: Up to £36,000

Contract: 12-Month Fixed Term

Working Pattern: Hybrid

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced HR professional to join a successful and growing organisation on a 12-month contract as an HR Advisor. Working as part of an established People team, you'll play an important role in supporting HR compliance and governance across the organisation, whilst providing guidance to colleagues and stakeholders on key compliance matters. The role will also include supporting and developing junior members of the HR team, alongside contributing to process improvements and ensuring a high standard of HR service.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of HR compliance and governance activities, ensuring processes are completed accurately and in line with legislative and organisational requirements.
• Provide guidance and support across a range of HR compliance areas, including Right to Work, immigration and sponsorship, and wider employment compliance.
• Support and guide junior members of the HR team, sharing knowledge and helping to develop capability across HR Operations.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation to support compliance monitoring, audits and reporting requirements.
• Contribute to the review and improvement of HR processes, procedures and controls to improve consistency and efficiency.
• Build strong relationships with colleagues and stakeholders, providing practical advice and guidance on HR policies, procedures and legislative requirements.

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience within HR Operations, HR Advisory or a similar role with a strong focus on compliance.
• Good knowledge of UK employment legislation and HR compliance requirements.
• Experience in areas such as Right to Work, immigration, sponsorship or wider HR compliance.
• Experience of supporting, coaching or guiding junior colleagues would be beneficial.
• Strong organisational skills, with excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Confident communicator with strong stakeholder management and influencing skills.
• CIPD qualification is desirable.