People Advisor

NRG Resourcing Ltd; Sunderland; Hybrid; GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A successful organisation is seeking a proactive HR Advisor to join their People Experience team in Sunderland. This hands-on role involves leading HR initiatives and advising managers on the employee lifecycle. Ideal candidates will have a CIPD qualification and experience in a generalist HR role, with strong interpersonal skills and a focus on employee engagement.

Qualifications

• Experience in a generalist HR role, ideally in a fast-paced environment.
• Understanding of employment law and HR best practices.
• Strong interpersonal skills with a collaborative approach.

Responsibilities

• Act as a first point of contact for HR support across the business.
• Provide expert advice on employee relations matters.
• Support and coach managers to address HR issues.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Coaching skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Organisational skills

Education

CIPD Level 5 or above

Tools

Microsoft Office

HRIS platforms

Job description

We are working with a successful organisation in the search of a HR Advisor to join their people team.

Location: Sunderland with 1 day home working
Job Type: Permanent
Salary: £35,000

We’re currently supporting a respected organisation in the search for a proactive and people-focused HR Advisor to join their People Experience team. This is a hands-on, generalist role where you'll take the lead on a variety of HR initiatives and employee relations matters, playing a key role in shaping a high-performing, engaged workplace.

The successful candidate will work as a trusted partner to designated business areas, advising and guiding managers through all aspects of the employee lifecycle, from onboarding through to offboarding, while ensuring policies, values, and business goals are upheld.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as a first point of contact for HR support and guidance across a designated area of the business

• Provide expert advice on employee relations matters including absence, performance, grievance, disciplinary, redundancy, TUPE and dismissal processes

• Support and coach managers to address issues confidently and consistently

• Help drive the People strategy by ensuring HR practices align with organisational objectives

• Monitor and report on HR KPIs, ensuring timely and accurate updates to people data and dashboards

• Support and contribute to policy development, training delivery, and change management initiatives

• Work closely with peers to provide cover and continuity across HR functions when needed

What We’re Looking For:

• Previous experience in a generalist HR role, ideally in a fast paced, multi site environment

• Sound understanding of employment law and HR best practices

• CIPD qualification (Level 5 or above) or qualified by experience

• Strong interpersonal and coaching skills with a collaborative, solutions-focused approach

• Excellent communication, organisation, and problem-solving abilities

• Confident using Microsoft Office and HRIS platforms

• A valid driving licence and willingness to travel as required

You’ll Be a Great Fit If You:

• Enjoy working in a team that genuinely cares about people and culture

• Are confident navigating a variety of complex HR matters

• Value open communication, integrity, and continuous improvement

If you are interested in this role of HR Advisor, click ‘apply now’ and a member of the team will be in touch.

NRG is an equal opportunities employer committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive workplace. We oppose all forms of unlawful or unfair discrimination on the grounds of any protected characteristic. Our aim is to create an environment that encourages diversity, builds on individual differences, and responds equitably to the needs of all. We proactively take steps to fulfil our legal obligations, remove barriers, monitor for fairness, reflect the communities we serve, and enforce a zero-tolerance policy for breaches of our Equality and Diversity policy.