Human Resources Advisor

JR United Kingdom; Swansea; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established client in the public/education sector is seeking an experienced HR Adviser to join their HR team on a permanent, full-time basis. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a values-led organisation that invests in its people, focusing on collaboration and continuous improvement. The role involves leading HR compliance, policy development, and employee relations support while managing larger HR projects. With a hybrid working model and a supportive culture, this position offers excellent development opportunities and a chance to grow within the role.

Benefits

Excellent pension

Generous annual leave allowance

Development opportunities

Supportive working culture

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent experience with CIPD Level 5 or working towards.
• Solid generalist HR experience in large or complex organisations.

Responsibilities

• Lead on HR compliance, particularly UKVI right-to-work and sponsorship.
• Manage policy development and deliver training sessions.

Skills

HR Compliance

Policy Development

Employee Relations Support

Project Leadership

Recruitment Support

Employment Legislation Knowledge

Digital Literacy (MS Office)

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Degree or equivalent experience

CIPD Level 5

Tools

MS Office (Excel, Outlook, Word, Teams)

Job description

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I am currently recruiting on behalf of a well-established client in the public/education sector who is looking to appoint an experienced HR Adviser to join their HR team on a permanent, full-time basis.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a confident and capable HR professional who’s ready to step into a varied and rewarding role. You’ll be joining a values-led organisation that genuinely invests in its people, with a focus on collaboration, compliance, and continuous improvement.

About the Role:

Reporting into the Head of HR Operations, the HR Adviser will take a lead on a range of key HR areas, with a strong focus on:

• HR Compliance – particularly UKVI right-to-work and sponsorship regulations. You’ll be the go-to person for managing compliance processes and supporting audits.
• Policy Development – writing, reviewing, and rolling out HR policies and procedures, delivering briefings and training sessions to embed change effectively.
• Employee Relations Support – advising line managers on a range of ER matters including maternity/paternity, flexible working, and general HR queries.
• Project Leadership – managing and supporting larger HR projects (e.g., restructures, re-grading exercises, absence management initiatives).
• Recruitment Support – overseeing recruitment administration, working closely with admin teams to ensure smooth and compliant hiring processes.

You’ll also play a key role in identifying areas for process improvement and supporting the wider HR Business Partner team with strategic and operational initiatives.

What We’re Looking For:

We’re keen to speak to candidates who can demonstrate the following:

• Relevant qualifications – Degree or equivalent experience, plus CIPD Level 5 (or currently working towards).
• Solid generalist HR experience – ideally within a large or complex organisation.
• Strong working knowledge of employment legislation, contract terms, and compliance requirements.
• Demonstrated experience advising line managers and employees across a wide range of HR issues.
• Previous involvement in policy development and training delivery.
• Experience of working on projects from planning through to implementation and review.
• High level of digital literacy – confident using MS Office tools including Excel, Outlook, Word, and Teams.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills – you’re professional, pragmatic, and approachable.

Desirable: Ability to communicate in Welsh (oral and written), though not essential.

The Offer:

• Contract: Permanent, full-time (37 hours/week)
• Location: Hybrid working model with a main base in South Wales
• Supportive and inclusive working culture
• Excellent pension and generous annual leave allowance
• Development opportunities and genuine scope to grow within the role