Interim HR Advisor

SF Recruitment; East Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in the UK is seeking an experienced Interim HR Advisor for a 9-month fixed-term contract based in Derbyshire. This full-time role involves managing employee relations, advising on HR policies, and supporting recruitment efforts. Candidates should be CIPD qualified and experienced in fast-paced environments. The position offers a salary up to £40,000 and requires on-site presence with one day of working from home.

Qualifications

• Experience in dealing with employee relations cases.
• Understanding of HR policies and procedures.
• Ability to support recruitment processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage employee relations across multiple sites.
• Advise on performance and conduct issues.
• Ensure HR policy compliance.

Skills

Proven HR generalist experience

Strong knowledge of UK employment law

Ability to manage employee relations

Experience in fast-paced environments

Coaching and mentoring skills

Education

CIPD qualified

Job description

Interim HR Advisor — 9-Month FTC — Full-Time/Core Hours: 8am-5pm — Derbyshire: 4 Days On-Site / 1 Day WFH — Up to £40,000 + Benefits

We're looking for an experienced Interim HR Advisor to join a busy HR team on a fixed term contract, through an exciting time supporting a global organisation. This is a hands-on generalist role, acting as one of the key points of contact for HR queries and delivering advice in line with UK employment law and best practice.

This role is based in Derbyshire, with easy access for candidates from local areas such as Burton upon Trent, Swadlincote, Repton, Willington, Lichfield, and Uttoxeter.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a broad employee relations caseload across multiple sites
• Advise line managers on performance, conduct, absence, grievances, and change management
• Ensure compliance and consistent understanding of HR policies
• Support recruitment and onboarding (both blue and white collar)
• Maintain accurate HRIS records and HR metrics
• Assist with HR projects and continuous process improvement
• Support delivery of the People Strategy and coach the HR Co-ordinator

About You

• Proven HR generalist experience
• CIPD qualified
• Strong knowledge of UK employment law
• Comfortable in a fast-paced environment
• Ideally experienced in blue collar industries
• Available to start by October or with minimal notice