People Advisor

Michael Page; Twickenham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected not-for-profit organisation in the UK is seeking an experienced People Advisor. In this role, you will manage employee relations, offer HR guidance, and ensure documentation compliance. The ideal candidate has a minimum of 2 years' HR experience and CIPD Level 5 certification. This permanent position offers a supportive environment focused on professional growth and the opportunity to make a difference within the sector.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' HR/employee relations experience required.
• Experience managing multiple ER cases simultaneously is a must.
• Strong IT skills, including proficiency with HR systems and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the first point of contact for employee relations queries.
• Manage ER cases end-to-end, including grievances and disciplinaries.
• Provide guidance to managers on HR processes and best practices.

Skills

HR/employee relations experience

Strong knowledge of employment law

Excellent written and verbal communication

Collaborative team player

Strong IT skills including MS Office

Education

CIPD Level 5

Job description

Overview

This People Advisor role provides expert guidance on employee relations, supporting managers and staff across multiple sites. You'll manage ER cases end-to-end, offer HR advice, and ensure high-quality documentation and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Serve as first point of contact for employee relations queries


• Manage ER cases end-to-end, including absences, grievances, and disciplinaries


• Provide guidance to managers on HR processes and best practice


• Ensure accurate, structured meeting notes and case documentation


• Liaise with Occupational Health and other stakeholders as required


• Support implementation of HR policies and identify trends for improvement


• Advise on staff training needs and provide informal coaching for managers


• Maintain accurate HR records and reports in line with GDPR


• Contribute to positive workplace culture and staff engagement initiatives


• Collaborate with wider HR team to support employee experience projects


• Promote equality, diversity, and safeguarding standards across sites

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years\' HR/employee relations experience


• Experience managing multiple ER cases simultaneously


• Working in a high volume organisation


• CIPD Level 5


• Strong knowledge of employment law, absence, grievance, and disciplinary processes


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills


• Confident drafting formal letters and documenting outcomes


• Ability to prioritise and manage workload effectively


• Proactive, solutions-focused, and enjoys problem-solving


• Collaborative team player with open-minded approach


• Committed to continuous professional development in HR


• Ability to remain calm and professional under pressure


• Strong IT skills, including MS Office and HR systems


• Understanding of GDPR, equality, diversity, and safeguarding

Job Offer

Permanent position within a respected not-for-profit organisation.

Opportunities to contribute to a meaningful mission and workforce strategy.

Supportive work environment focused on professional growth and development. If you are an experienced People Advisor looking to make a difference in the not-for-profit sector, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity