People Advisor - FTC

Global Sports Jobs Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Private health insurance

Life assurance 4x salary

Virgin Active membership

Job summary

Virgin Active is seeking a People Advisor on a fixed-term contract in London, delivering expert HR advice and employee relations support across the business. You will work with managers to ensure compliant policies and a positive employee experience while supporting workforce development.

The role covers ER guidance, policy application, wellbeing initiatives and change projects, with a focus on engaging managers and maintaining confidentiality within a fast-paced multi-site environment.

Qualifications

• Previous HR Advisory or HR Generalist experience in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong knowledge of UK employment legislation and employee relations case management.
• Experience managing complex HR cases including absence, disciplinary and grievance processes.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills with the confidence to influence and coach managers.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert advice and guidance to managers on employee relations matters, including absence management, disciplinary, grievance, and probation processes.
• Support managers in applying People policies, employment legislation and best practice consistently across the business.
• Manage Occupational Health referrals and support wider wellbeing initiatives where required.
• Analyse People data and trends to identify opportunities to improve the employee experience and support business performance.
• Deliver People training and coach managers to build confidence and capability in managing their teams.
• Contribute to continuous improvement by reviewing and enhancing People processes, policies and ways of working.
• Support organisational change initiatives, including restructures, TUPE and redundancy processes where required.
• Champion Virgin Active's values to help create a positive, inclusive and high-performing culture.

Skills

HR advisory

Employee relations

UK employment law

Stakeholder management

Confidentiality

Microsoft Office

Education

Experience in HR generalist role

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About the Role

The People Advisor joins Virgin Active's People Team on a fixed-term contract until 2 April 2027, working 40 hours per week. The role plays a part in delivering an exceptional team member experience by providing professional HR advice and support across the business. Working closely with managers, the postholder provides expert guidance on employee relations, employment legislation and People policies, helping to create a positive, compliant and high-performing workplace while supporting the continued development of people and culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide expert advice and guidance to managers on employee relations matters, including absence management, disciplinary, grievance, capability and probation processes.
• Support managers in applying People policies, employment legislation and best practice consistently across the business.
• Manage Occupational Health referrals and support wider wellbeing initiatives where required.
• Analyse People data and trends to identify opportunities to improve the employee experience and support business performance.
• Deliver People training and coach managers to build confidence and capability in managing their teams.
• Contribute to continuous improvement by reviewing and enhancing People processes, policies and ways of working.
• Support organisational change initiatives, including restructures, TUPE and redundancy processes where required.
• Champion Virgin Active's values to help create a positive, inclusive and high-performing culture.

Required Experience & Qualifications

• Previous HR Advisory or HR Generalist experience within a fast-paced, multi-site environment.
• Strong knowledge of UK employment legislation and employee relations case management.
• Experience managing complex HR cases, including absence, disciplinary and grievance processes.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with the confidence to influence and coach managers.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain confidentiality.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, with a proactive, solutions-focused approach and a passion for delivering an exceptional people experience.

Benefits & Perks

• 25 days annual leave excluding bank holidays, plus a Celebration Day.
• Access to People's pension with employer matching contributions up to 3%.
• Complimentary Virgin Active membership for the employee and a buddy, plus free membership for children and access to Club V.
• Private dental and healthcare insurance.
• Life assurance at 4x salary.
• Discounts across Virgin Active, including guest passes and 50% off personal training sessions.
• Membership of Virgin Family, with access to colleague communication across Virgin Group and discounts including Virgin Atlantic, Virgin Holidays and Virgin Media/O2.
• 20% off food and drink at KAUAI branches located in clubs.
• Access to Salary Finance for loans, salary advances, savings plans and personal finance support.
• Employer assistance programme for mental health and wellbeing support.
• Complimentary corporate letting services through Dexters, with no tenant charges.
• Access to Each Person offering Cycle to Work, a Tech Scheme and online retailer discounts.