Lead People Advisor

NHS; Newcastle upon Tyne; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare service provider is seeking a skilled Lead People Advisor for a 6-month contract in Newcastle. This role involves managing complex Employee Relations cases, providing guidance to managers, and using HR data to inform policy and improve practices. The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of UK employment law, experience in a similar position, and a CIPD Level 5 qualification. The position offers hybrid working, competitive salary, and generous holidays.

Benefits

Up to 30 days annual leave

Health and Wellbeing Support

Professional Development opportunities

Discounts and benefits

Flexible working hours

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading complex Employee Relations cases.
• Excellent knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practices.
• Ability to analyse HR data for insights.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex ER cases including absence and grievance matters.
• Advise managers on compliance with employment law.
• Collaborate with various teams to deliver People services.

Skills

Employee Relations management

UK employment law knowledge

Stakeholder management

Data analysis

Coaching and influencing

Education

CIPD Level 5 or equivalent

Job description

Here's a snapshot of the activities and projects you could help drive during the contract period (see full job description for more):

• Lead complex ER cases including absence, grievance, disciplinary, and capability matters
• Advise and coach managers through sensitive or high-risk situations, ensuring compliance with employment law and best practice
• Use HR data and insights to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement
• Support policy development and review, ensuring alignment with legislation and Cora Health values
• Deliver manager training and share case learnings to build confidence and capability
• Support projects including TUPE, change management, and wellbeing initiatives
• Collaborate with colleagues across Payroll, Recruitment, L&D, and Operations to deliver a seamless People service
• You'll join a supportive, close-knit People Team - a brilliant bunch who roll up their sleeves, share ideas, and have plenty of fun along the way.

Main duties of the job

Are you an experienced People professional ready to take the lead on complex employee relations, drive positive change, and help shape a growing organisation?Join Cora Health on a 6-month fixed term contract as one of our Lead People Advisors, where you'll play a key role in delivering expert advice, building manager capability, and ensuring every colleague experience reflects our values.Join Our TeamFollowing the merger of Connect Health and Healthshare, Cora Health brings together decades of experience as one of the UK's leading community healthcare providers. We're building a truly modern People function - proactive, trusted, and business-minded - and we're looking for a skilled Lead People Advisor to support us through a busy and exciting growth period.You'll be the go-to specialist for Employee Relations cases, guiding and coaching managers across all parts of the organisation. You'll use data insights to spot trends, support policy development, and contribute to wellbeing and inclusion through your advice. There may also be opportunities to get involved in wider People initiatives and projects - such as change activity, organisational design or TUPE - where these align with business needs during the contract period.

About us

We are Cora HealthCora Health is one of the UK's leading providers of community healthcare services, delivering MSK, diagnostic imaging, day-case surgery, rehabilitation, persistent pain management, and more on behalf of the NHS.We help people help themselves - to get back to their best, or to find a new way forward.

Job responsibilities

Lead People AdvisorUp to £38,000 Hybrid Working - Newcastle 6-month Fixed Term Contract, Full TimeAre you an experienced People professional ready to take the lead on complex employee relations, drive positive change, and help shape a growing organisation?Join Cora Health on a 6-month fixed term contract as one of our Lead People Advisors, where you'll play a key role in delivering expert advice, building manager capability, and ensuring every colleague experience reflects our values.Join Our TeamFollowing the merger of Connect Health and Healthshare, Cora Health brings together decades of experience as one of the UK's leading community healthcare providers. We're building a truly modern People function - proactive, trusted, and business-minded - and we're looking for a skilled Lead People Advisor to support us through a busy and exciting growth period.You'll be the go-to specialist for Employee Relations cases, guiding and coaching managers across all parts of the organisation. You'll use data insights to spot trends, support policy development, and contribute to wellbeing and inclusion through your advice. There may also be opportunities to get involved in wider People initiatives and projects - such as change activity, organisational design or TUPE - where these align with business needs during the contract period.About YouWe're looking for an organised, proactive, and solutions-focused People professional who enjoys driving strategy forwards through hands-on advisory work. You'll be able to demonstrate:Proven experience leading or managing complex Employee Relations casesExcellent knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practiceStrong stakeholder management, coaching, and influencing skillsThe ability to analyse HR data, identify trends, and present insightsIntegrity, empathy, and professionalism when managing sensitive situationsExperience delivering training or mentoring HR colleaguesA CIPD Level 5 qualification (or equivalent experience in a senior HR advisory capacity)It would also be great if you have:Experience in the healthcare or NHS sectorExperience supporting Employment Tribunal casesExposure to organisational changeWhat We Can Offer YouAt Cora Health, we believe that investing in our people means better care for our patients. In return for your expertise, you'll enjoy:Generous Holidays - Up to 30 days annual leave plus your birthday off, with options to buy or sell additional daysHealth & Wellbeing Support - Access to a full suite of wellbeing tools, mental health support, and physiotherapyProfessional Development - Ongoing CPD investment, seminars, and workshops to support your growthRecognition & Rewards - Celebrate success through our annual colleague awards and performance incentivesDiscounts & Benefits - Blue Light Card, Reward Gateway savings, Cycle to Work, and EV car schemeFlexibility - Hybrid working, adaptable hours, and a trust-based culture focused on outcomesWe are Cora HealthCora Health is one of the UK's leading providers of community healthcare services, delivering MSK, diagnostic imaging, day-case surgery, rehabilitation, persistent pain management, and more on behalf of the NHS.We help people help themselves - to get back to our best, or to find a new way forward.Apply TodayIf you're ready to lead with empathy, drive excellence, and make an impact across a growing healthcare organisation, we'd love to hear from you.Apply now or contact our team at [e-mail]

Qualifications

• Level 5 CIPD or equivalent

Experience

• Experience of ER case management or change management, underpinned by generalist experience

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.