People Advisor

Fitzgerald; Exeter; Hybrid; GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A human resources consultancy is looking for a People Advisor to deliver exceptional HR services and support client relationships. The role involves managing HR queries, documentation, and employee relations, requiring excellent communication skills and HR knowledge. The position offers a competitive salary and flexible working patterns, making it suitable for dynamic HR professionals. Hybrid work with regular travel across the South West is expected.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Career qualifications support

Monthly homeworking allowance

Flexible working patterns

Employee assistance program

Life assurance

Unlimited remote GP appointments

Qualifications

• Experienced HR professional with practical advice delivery.
• Strong communication skills to simplify complex HR issues.
• Ability to build lasting client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Provide first-class service for HR queries.
• Manage HR documentation processes accurately.
• Handle straightforward employee relations cases confidently.
• Ensure high-quality client service with the team.

Skills

HR knowledge

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Tech-savvy

Job description

Job Type: Full-time or part-time (minimum 30 hours per week but all working patterns considered)

Salary: Circa £35,000 per annum FTE, depending on experience and location

Location: South West England is preferred, but we will consider applications from the South East region. This is a hybrid role, you’ll be mainly based from home, but there’ll be regular travel across the South West for client and internal meetings.

What you’ll be doing As a People Advisor, you’ll play a big role in delivering outstanding service to our clients, providing expert advice on a wide range of HR matters. You’ll work closely with our People Partnering Manager and People Business Partners to support and advise clients on everyday HR issues, from HR admin to employee relations cases. You’ll also be key in building strong client relationships, making sure we’re providing them with the personalised HR service their organisation needs.

Your responsibilities will be many and varied, but never boring. Here’s a glimpse into your day-to-day role:

• Provide a first-class service, helping clients with day-to-day HR queries over the phone, virtually, and face-to-face, ensuring the best possible outcomes.
• Manage HR processes and documentation with accuracy, including administering HRIS, Right to Work checks, and DBS checks.
• Draft letters, documentation, and policies, ensuring compliance with employment law and best practice.
• Handle straightforward employee relations cases with confidence and support more complex cases when needed.
• Build lasting relationships with your clients, helping them address their people challenges and grow their businesses.
• Work alongside our People Partnering Manager and People Business Partners to ensure clients receive consistent, high-quality service.
• Keep up with HR trends and best practice, actively contributing to our team’s success.
  
  

About youYou’re an experienced HR professional with a sharp eye for detail and a passion for delivering practical advice. Whether it’s handling employee relations or supporting day-to-day HR processes, you’re confident and capable in guiding clients through all HR challenges.

Communication is your superpower. You can simplify complex HR issues and deliver clear advice, both in writing and in person. Clients trust you because you make them feel supported every step of the way.

You’re driven by delivering a really great service. You relish building strong client relationships, staying organised, and making sure nothing falls through the cracks. Multi-tasking and problem-solving come naturally to you, and you never settle for ‘average’.

Tech-savvy and adaptable, you’re comfortable getting stuck into HR systems. You embrace new technology and use it to work smarter (not harder).

Most importantly, you’re a team player. You hold yourself to high standards, always doing the right thing, even when things get tough. You approach every day with a growth mindset, eager to learn, adapt, and take on new challenges with energy and enthusiasm.

The Perks:We’re probably biased, but we think this role is exciting, interesting, fun, challenging, full of growth opportunities… we could go on. All that aside, we also offer:

• Competitive salary, circa £35k, FTE depending on experience and location.
• 25 days holiday when you start employment with us, 27 days after 1 year service, 29 days after 2 years’ service + bank holidays.
• Career qualifications supported and paid for where relevant with progression and development opportunities.
• Monthly homeworking allowance and all equipment provided.
• Many flexible working patterns to make sure you have a good balance between your work and home life.
• A wide range of support in your role internally and externally and a hugely supportive and friendly team.
• 4% employer pension contributions, with a minimum of 4% employee contributions.
• Shopping discounts platform, flu vaccinations and technology and cycle-to-work salary sacrifice schemes.
• Paid for social events and virtual get-togethers.
• Employee assistance programme.
• Life assurance at 4 times basic salary.
• Unlimited remote GP appointments available 24/7.
• A range of other health and wellbeing benefits.
  
  

How to Apply:

There are a few stages in our application process which help you get to know us as much as it helps us get to know you. This includes a virtual interview, a written assment, psychometric testing and a concluding in-person meeting.

If this sounds good, and you think Fitzgerald could be the place for you, APPLY NOW. We can’t wait to hear from you!

Closing Date: 10th August 2025

We believe our team should reflect all parts of society at every level of the organisation. That’s why one of our top priorities is crafting a clear strategy and action plan to achieve our diversity and inclusion goals.

We’re all about finding the best person for the job - no exceptions. Every candidate and employee gets a fair shot, no matter their age, disability, gender identity or expression, race, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic that makes them who they are.

From shortlisting to interviews to final selection, we’re committed to applying equal opportunities every step of the way.

Above all, we’re creating a workplace where everyone feels included, respected, and able to bring their whole self to work. Because dignity and respect aren’t just nice-to-haves - they’re non-negotiable.