People Advisor

Target Group; Cardiff; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated People Advisor to drive engagement and build relationships across the business. This role is essential in providing HR guidance, supporting managers, and fostering an inclusive culture. With responsibilities ranging from policy alignment to project support, the ideal candidate will have a passion for colleague experience and engagement. The position offers a competitive salary, generous holiday allowance, and a range of benefits including private medical insurance and a pension scheme. Join a forward-thinking company and make a real impact in the Financial Services and Technology sectors.

Benefits

30 days holiday plus bank holidays

Volunteer days for community engagement

Defined contribution pension scheme (up to 6%)

Employee discounts across retailers

Private medical insurance

Group life assurance (4x salary)

Income protection

Annual pay review

Bonus scheme

Health and wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Experience as a HR Advisor or similar role.
• Strong relationship-building and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert HR guidance and support to managers and colleagues.
• Foster an inclusive workplace culture by promoting equal opportunities.

Skills

HR Advisory Skills

Communication Skills

Relationship Building

Data Analysis

Adaptability

Education

CIPD Qualification

Tools

Microsoft Teams

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

At Target Group, we're not just about deadlines and deliverables; we're about making a real impact in the Financial Services and Technology sectors. We thrive on innovation and the ability to adapt, and we currently have a unique opportunity for a People Advisor who shares our passion for progress.

The successful candidate will play an integral role in driving engagement across the business and building long-standing relationships with key stakeholders.

Responsibilities

1. Provide expert HR guidance and support to managers and colleagues, ensuring alignment with policies, legal requirements, and best practices.
2. Act as the main contact for managers on probation reviews, performance management, absence management, etc.
3. Support managers with employee cases, offering practical, people-centered solutions.
4. Foster an inclusive workplace culture by promoting equal opportunities, colleague development, and engagement.
5. Ensure policies and procedures are fit for purpose and aligned with company values.
6. Lead or support projects in areas like Equality, Diversity & Inclusion, Wellbeing, Rewards and Benefits, and Employee Engagement.
7. Assist Senior People Partners on projects such as TUPE, organizational change, and new business integrations.
8. Manage and support the benefits offering, ensuring schemes are competitive and accurately processed.
9. Analyze HR data to provide insights and solutions for HR or operational projects.
10. Stay updated on employment law and implement changes effectively.

The role is primarily remote, with occasional attendance required at our Cardiff or Newport offices.

Requirements

• CIPD qualification (desirable)
• Strong relationship-building and collaboration skills
• Experience working as a HR Advisor or similar role
• Excellent communication and coaching skills
• Passion for colleague experience and engagement
• Resilient, adaptable, and open to change
• Proficient in Microsoft Teams, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Understanding of employment law; payroll knowledge is a plus

Ideally, the candidate will have experience in:

• Employee relations and case management
• Report writing and management information
• HR project implementation
• Policy development and improvement
• Applying employment law changes
• Using HR systems for data extraction and analysis

Benefits

• Salary up to £36,000 depending on experience
• 30 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Volunteer days for community engagement
• Defined contribution pension scheme (up to 6%)
• Employee discounts across retailers
• Private medical insurance
• Group life assurance (4x salary)
• Income protection, annual pay review, bonus scheme
• Health and wellbeing support, including Employee Assistance Program
• Additional perks like flu vaccinations, glasses contributions, and more

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture through our D&I strategy, community engagement, and empowerment initiatives.

Join us and shape your future!