Interim Human Resources Advisor

Henry Blue; Bristol; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution based in Bristol is seeking an experienced HR Advisor for a 2-month contract. The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering a people-first culture by providing high-quality HR advice. Responsibilities include employee relations support, coaching managers, and collaborating with other departments. The ideal candidate must have strong HR experience, knowledge of employment law, and a Level 5 CIPD qualification. A commitment to diversity and wellbeing is essential for success.

Qualifications

• Strong generalist HR experience and excellent knowledge of employment law.
• Confident advisory skills with the ability to build trusted relationships.
• Experience using HR systems and managing casework.

Responsibilities

• Support a broad range of employee relations matters.
• Coach managers.
• Contribute to policy development.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues.

Skills

Generalist HR experience

Knowledge of employment law

Advisory skills

Building trusted relationships

Education

Level 5 CIPD or equivalent experience

Job description

HR Advisor (2-Month Contract)

Salary: £35,096-£38,342 (pro-rated)

Location: Bristol

We're seeking an experienced HR Advisor to join our People Services team on an initial 2-month contract.

You’ll play a key role in delivering our people‑first culture by providing high‑quality, compliant HR advice to leaders, managers and colleagues across the College.

Responsibilities

• Support a broad range of employee relations matters—including disciplinary, grievance, sickness management and recruitment—ensuring decisions reflect legislation, best practice and our commitment to inclusivity.
• Coach managers.
• Contribute to policy development.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across Health & Safety, Finance, Trade Unions and our wider People team.

Qualifications

• Strong generalist HR experience and excellent knowledge of employment law.
• Confident advisory skills with the ability to build trusted relationships.
• Experience using HR systems and managing casework.
• A commitment to diversity, wellbeing and a supportive, high-performance culture.
• Level 5 CIPD (or equivalent experience) is essential; coaching experience or policy development skills are desirable.

If you’re proactive, people-focused and ready to make an immediate impact, we’d love to hear from you.