Senior HR Adviser (Employee Relations)

IDAS (Independent Domestic Abuse Service); York and North Yorkshire; Hybrid; GBP 39,000 - 42,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Contributory pension

Health cash plan

Discount schemes

Job summary

IDAS, the Independent Domestic Abuse Service, in Yorkshire, seeks a Senior HR Advisor to provide expert guidance on employee relations, employment law, and HR policy across the organisation. You will partner with the Head of People to manage complex cases, TUPE transfers, and organisational change.

This permanent, 30-hour-per-week role offers a competitive salary, pro-rata options, hybrid working (York-based with travel across North and South Yorkshire), 26 days leave, pension and health plan.

Qualifications

• CIPD Level 5 qualification or above.
• Strong knowledge of UK employment legislation.
• Proven capability managing complex employee relations casework.
• Experience advising managers and senior stakeholders on complex people matters.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex employee relations matters including disciplinary, grievance, absence, capability, performance and workplace conflict cases.
• Provide expert guidance on employment law, HR policies and best practice to managers and stakeholders.
• Lead and support organisational change programmes, including TUPE transfers, including due diligence, consultations and transition planning.
• Coach managers to strengthen people management capability and reduce organisational risk.
• Contribute to recruitment, onboarding and wider People projects that improve engagement and operational effectiveness.

Skills

Employee relations

Employment law

Change management

Stakeholder coaching

Recruitment & onboarding

Education

CIPD Level 5 or above

Job description

At IDAS (Independent Domestic Abuse Services), we are committed to supporting individuals and families impacted by domestic abuse and sexual violence. As the leading specialist charity in Yorkshire, we are looking for dedicated, compassionate, and courageous individuals to join our inclusive and inspiring team. Whether you're seeking a meaningful career or a new challenge, this is your opportunity to contribute to life-changing work in a supportive and flexible environment.

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace. We value the unique perspectives and experiences that individuals from all backgrounds bring, and we actively encourage applications from underrepresented groups.

Working closely with the Head of People, you'll become a trusted partner to managers across the organisation, providing guidance on employee relations, policy and organisational change while helping to create a positive people culture.

Your Responsibilities As Senior HR Advisor

• Manage complex employee relations matters including disciplinary, grievance, absence, capability, performance and workplace conflict cases.
• Provide expert guidance on employment law, HR policies and best practice to managers and stakeholders.
• Lead and support organisational change programmes, including TUPE transfers, including due diligence, consultations and transition planning.
• Coach managers to strengthen people management capability and reduce organisational risk.
• Contribute to recruitment, onboarding and wider People projects that improve engagement and operational effectiveness.

What We're Looking For In a Senior HR Advisor

• CIPD Level 5 qualification or above.
• Strong knowledge of UK employment legislation and current HR best practice.
• Proven capability managing complex employee relations casework.
• Practical experience supporting organisational change programmes, including TUPE transfers.
• Experience advising managers and senior stakeholders on complex people matters.

In Return, We Offer

• Comprehensive training and development opportunities
• Competitive salary: £38,510 FTE to £42,122 FTE or £31,224.32 to £34,152.97 Pro-Rata for 30 hours per week. (Depending upon experience)
• 26 days annual leave plus statutory bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time)
• Contributory pension scheme
• Employer-paid health cash plan
• Access to national discount schemes

Contract: Permanent

Location: Travel across North and South Yorkshire with attendance in York required once per week. Hybrid working with option to work from home following successful completion of probation.

Hours: 30 hours per week.

Closing date: 09:00 AM on 16/11/2026

Interview date: 24/11/26

We look forward to receiving your completed application.