People Advisor

Halo Accident Repair Centre Ltd; Bristol; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading accident repair group in Bristol is seeking a proactive People Advisor. Responsibilities include managing employee relations and promoting wellbeing initiatives. The ideal candidate will possess HR experience, knowledge of UK employment law, and excellent communication skills. A supportive environment with various employee benefits is offered.

Benefits

Employee assistance programme

Health and wellbeing apps

Gym discounts

25 days holiday plus public holidays

Career progression opportunities

Pension contributions

Qualifications

• Experience managing disciplinaries, grievances, and investigations.
• Empathetic and solution-focused approach.
• Ability to promote wellbeing initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Manage investigations into employee conduct and performance.
• Advise managers on disciplinaries, grievances, and capability issues.
• Champion wellbeing initiatives supporting mental and physical health.

Skills

Experience in a People Advisor or HR generalist role

Knowledge of UK employment law and ER best practices

Excellent communication skills

Discreet handling of sensitive issues

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Education

CIPD Level 3 or 5 (or working towards)

Tools

Proficiency with HRIS systems

MS Office

Job description

Job Advert

People Advisor

Salary: £33-35k depending on experience with an increase on completion of 6 month probation

Hours: 8am – 4pm Monday to Friday

Location: Halo ARC Emersons Green, Bristol

Halo is the industry leading UK-based accident repair group, with 35 established accident repair centres across the UK. Partnered with IRS (Intelligent Repair Services) based in Germany, the largest provider of accident claim services in Europe, this partnership provides Halo with an unrivalled platform for excellent training, development, and employee packages.

We are seeking a proactive and compassionate People Advisor to join our People Team in Bristol. You will be a key contact for line managers and over 500 employees, providing expert support on employee relations matters such as investigations, disciplinaries, and grievances. You will also promote employee wellbeing and manage health and absence processes effectively.

This role includes, but is not limited to:

• Manage investigations into employee conduct and performance, ensuring fairness and thoroughness.
• Advise managers on disciplinaries, grievances, capability, and performance issues.
• Maintain accurate documentation of ER activities and outcomes.
• Champion wellbeing initiatives supporting mental and physical health.
• Guide managers and employees on ER activities and wellbeing support.
• Manage employee absences and maintain records in BrightHR.
• Support complex sickness cases, including occupational health referrals and adjustments.

**What are we looking for?**

• Experience in a People Advisor or HR generalist role.
• Knowledge of UK employment law and ER best practices.
• Experience managing disciplinaries, grievances, and investigations.
• Empathetic, solution-focused, with excellent communication skills.
• Discreet handling of sensitive issues.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

**Desirable:**

• CIPD Level 3 or 5 (or working towards).
• Experience with wellbeing programmes or health-related HR initiatives.
• Proficiency with HRIS systems and MS Office.

**Our Values:**

• Be Proud – take pride in your work.
• Keep It Simple – value consistency and simplicity.
• Do the Right Thing – act with integrity.

Most importantly, always be extraordinary. Halo is known for high-performing teams and provides an excellent package and environment.

Benefits include:

• Living Wage Employer
• Employee assistance programme
• Health and wellbeing apps
• Cycle scheme
• Gym discounts
• Retail and restaurant discounts
• Life Insurance
• Virtual GP
• Enhanced family pay benefits
• Free fruit and pizza
• Referral bonuses
• Recognition rewards
• Team events
• Discounted insurance
• Paid breaks
• 25 days holiday plus public holidays
• Career progression opportunities
• Pension contributions
• Modern working environment

We promote equality and inclusion. For more information or to discuss this role, contact our recruitment team at [e-mail] or call 01243 546185. We aim to respond within 24 hours.