Regional HR Advisor

James Andrews Recruitment Solutions Ltd; England; Hybrid; GBP 40,500 - 49,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Private Medical Insurance

Matched pension contributions

Life Assurance

Retail discounts and wellbeing support

Job summary

A major recruitment firm is seeking a Regional HR Advisor for a 12-month maternity cover. This full-time role pays £45k plus a company car, starting in January. The candidate will manage a diverse ER caseload and coach managers, with responsibilities across the Midlands and North West. It is a hybrid position with three days on-site. Benefits include 25 days annual leave, private medical insurance, and pension contributions.

Qualifications

• Confident working with HR systems, preferably Workday.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to regularly travel.

Responsibilities

• Managing a diverse ER caseload from start to finish.
• Coaching managers to build confidence in handling people matters.
• Building strong relationships with operational teams.

Skills

Strong HR Advisor experience with solid ER exposure

Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills

Data-driven and commercially minded

Tools

HR systems (Workday experience desirable)

Job description

Regional HR Advisor (12-month maternity cover)

We’re supporting a major organisation in recruiting a Regional HR Advisor to cover a 12-month maternity leave. This is a full time position paying £45k + company car and is due to start in January. A regional role, this will cover sites mainly across the Midlands and North West.

This is a hybrid position, spending around three days per week on-site across regional locations, with the rest of the time working remotely. You’ll be a trusted partner to managers, providing practical, solutions‑focused HR support and confident ER advice.

Responsibilities

Daily duties:

• Managing a diverse ER caseload from start to finish
• Coaching and upskilling managers to build confidence in handling people matters
• Supporting the full employee lifecycle and promoting a positive colleague experience
• Building strong, credible relationships with operational teams
• Using ER trends and data insights to drive improvements
• Ensuring compliance with employment law and internal policies
• Maintaining accurate HR administration in a fast‑paced environment

Qualifications

• Strong HR Advisor experience with solid, hands‑on ER exposure
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Confident working with HR systems (Workday experience desirable)
• Data‑driven, commercially minded, and able to balance operational and strategic priorities
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel regularly (company vehicle provided)
• Experience in logistics or distribution is advantageous

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Private Medical Insurance
• Matched pension contributions
• Life Assurance
• Retail discounts, wellbeing support, and more

Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role.