People + Talent / HR Advisor (Employee Relations), Birmingham

HH Global; Bickenhill; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading marketing solutions provider in Bickenhill seeks an HR Business Partner to support managers across multiple UK sites. This position focuses on providing people-first guidance in HR topics including recruitment and performance management, ensuring compliance with UK employment law. The ideal candidate will have strong HR generalist experience, excellent communication skills, and a proactive approach to problem-solving. This role offers the chance to make a significant impact in a dynamic work environment and requires a minimum of 2 days office presence.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in generalist HR, ideally within a fast paced, multi-site environment.
• Strong working knowledge of UK employment law and HR practices.
• Self-motivated and organised, with a proactive mindset.

Responsibilities

• Act as a trusted advisor to line managers on P+T.
• Support the full colleague lifecycle from recruitment to exit.
• Contribute to performance management processes.

Skills

Generalist HR experience

Knowledge of UK employment law

Confident communication

Team collaboration

Problem-solving

Proficient in Microsoft Office

CIPD qualification (or working towards)

Education

CIPD qualification

Tools

HR systems

Job description

Who We Are

HH Global are the leader in tech-enabled creative production and procurement. We amplify marketing campaigns through unrivaled production, procurement leadership and the most advanced sustainability capabilities available. All delivered at scale through industry-leading technology and the passionate expertise of our people.

With more than 4,500 colleagues, 26 creative studios and over 5,800 strategic supplier partners across 64 countries, we work with the best talent across the world to partner with our clients to create big impact through big ideas.

Purpose of the Job

As part of the EMEA People + Talent (P+T) Business Partnering team, this role supports colleagues and managers across multiple UK sites, providing practical, people-first guidance that helps our teams thrive. This is a great opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a fast-paced, multi-site environment. This role works closely with managers at all levels, offering expert advice across a wide range of HR topics, from employee relations and performance management to recruitment and onboarding. This role also plays a key role in ensuring our P+T practices are compliant with UK employment law and aligned with company policies.

In this role, there will be collaboration with global P+T specialists across talent acquisition, performance, operations, payroll and rewards – bringing local insights to global processes and helping shape a consistent and effective employee experience. This role is part of a connected and collaborative team, contributing to cross-functional projects, sharing ideas, and continuously improving how we work. We have a blended working model with a minimum of 2 days in the office. Our Birmingham office is in Bickenhill (J6 _ M42).

Key Responsibilities

• Act as a trusted advisor to line managers, offering clear, pragmatic guidance across all areas of P+T and ensuring compliance with company policies, procedures and UK employment legislation
• Coach and support managers to build confidence and capability in people management, helping them navigate employee relations, absence management, maternity leave and other people matters
• Support the full colleague lifecycle from recruitment and onboarding through to performance reviews and exit processes, ensuring smooth and professional experience for both managers and employees
• Help new colleagues settle in and succeed, managing inductions and probation periods to create a strong foundation for their journey with us
• Contribute to the performance management process, advising on development plans, performance improvement plans, and objective setting
• Assist in the rollout of training and development initiatives, including workshops and coaching sessions that build people management capability
• Play a key role in TUPE transfers and onboarding of new business activity, ensuring transitions are smooth, compliant, and people focused
• Partner with recruitment teams and hiring managers to deliver commercial and effective recruitment experience, from advertising through to offer stage
• Collaborate with the wider P+T team to review, design, and implement processes, policies and procedures that reflect current legislation and evolving business needs
• Provide general P+T administrative support where needed, working closely with our P+T Operations team to ensure seamless service delivery

Knowledge, Skills + Experience

• Proven experience in generalist HR, ideally within a fast paced, multi-site or professional services environment
• Strong working knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practices
• Confident communicator with the ability to influence and build credibility across all levels
• Collaborative team player who builds strong relationships and has the ability to engage effectively and influence stakeholders
• Practical problem-solver with sound judgement and attention to detail
• Flexible and resilient, able to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Self‑motivated and organised, with a proactive mindset and a passion for continuous improvement
• CIPD qualified (or working towards) preferred
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and HR systems; numerate with a solid understanding of financial principles

We thank all applicants for their interest in a career with HH Global. HH Global are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all suitably qualified candidates from any background, regardless of any personal characteristic, especially those protected by law.

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