Senior HR Advisor

Centre for Sustainable Energy; Bristol; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

A national charity in Bristol is seeking a Senior HR Advisor to support their mission in ending fuel poverty. The ideal candidate will provide HR guidance, implement digital systems, and enhance employee experience. Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practices is essential. The position offers a salary of £36,075 to £43,211, alongside benefits like a flexible work-life balance and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Pension plan

25 days Annual Leave

Life Assurance

Health Cash Plan

Staff activities

Cycle to Work Scheme

Qualifications

• Experienced HR professional with a focus on people-centered approach.
• Curious and resilient with a passion for positive employee experience.
• Ability to adapt communication to various audiences.

Responsibilities

• Provide HR support and trusted advice to managers.
• Embed new digital HR tools like HRIS and SharePoint.
• Contribute to HR projects focused on engagement and wellbeing.

Skills

Knowledge of UK employment law

Advising line managers

Contributing to HR projects

Using HR systems

Excellent communication

Organisational skills

Collaborative approach

Education

CIPD Level 5 or equivalent experience

Job description

Job Title: Senior HR Advisor

Location: Bristol, BS1 3LH

Salary: £36,075 – £43,211 per year (pro‑rata for part‑time)

Job Type: Permanent, Full‑time (minimum 30 hours per week)

Closing date: 10:00 Monday 17 November 2025

About Us

CSE is a national charity based in Bristol with a clear mission: to tackle the climate emergency and end the suffering caused by cold homes. We believe in a future where everyone can live in a warm, healthy home powered by a fair and sustainable energy system, and we work with people, organisations and communities to help make that a reality. We collaborate across teams and disciplines to deliver practical change, and we're proud of our independence, integrity and commitment to social justice. Our people are at the heart of what we do, and we want CSE to be an outstanding place to work, one where colleagues feel supported, included, and empowered to make a difference.

The Role

Would you like to play a key role in making CSE a great place to work, enabling our people to deliver on our mission to end fuel poverty and tackle the climate emergency?

We are looking for a proactive and values‑driven Senior HR Advisor to join our HR team. This is a newly created role and reflects both organisational growth and the increasing demand for proactive HR support, line manager guidance and HR project delivery.

As Senior HR Advisor, you will act as a trusted HR partner, providing confident advice, empowering line managers, and supporting projects and initiatives that strengthen engagement, wellbeing and performance. You will combine day‑to‑day HR support with delivering improvements to systems, processes and the employee experience, working closely with the Senior HR Manager and Senior HR Officer.

You will also play a key role in helping us embed new digital HR tools, including our HRIS (Employment Hero) and SharePoint HR intranet. We are in the early stages of rolling these out, so we are looking for someone tech‑savvy who can support the Senior HR Manager with rolling up their sleeves, troubleshooting, and helping staff and line managers get the best out of them.

This is a role for someone who enjoys solving problems, improving ways of working, and helping people thrive. If you’re collaborative, approachable and solutions‑focused, and excited by the chance to make a real impact in a mission‑led charity, we’d love to hear from you.

Who you are

You are an experienced HR professional who is confident advising managers, balancing compliance with a people‑centred approach. You are curious and resilient, always looking for ways to improve systems and processes, and passionate about creating a positive employee experience.

You will bring

• Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice, ideally supported by CIPD Level 5 (or equivalent experience).
• Experience advising line managers on employee matters.
• Experience contributing to HR projects.
• Confidence using HR systems and digital platforms.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, and the ability to adapt your approach to different audiences.
• Strong organisational skills with high attention to detail, and the ability to balance priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• A collaborative, values‑led approach that champions inclusion and builds trust with staff and managers.

What we offer

Working at CSE means being part of a supportive, purpose‑driven team, where your skills contribute to real social and environmental change.

Benefits

• Salary: Scale F (£36,075 – £43,211)
• Pension: 8% employer / 6% employee
• Holiday: 25 days Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays
• TOIL programme and flexibility to support work‑life balance
• Commitment to supporting your role progression and continued development
• Health Cash Plan
• Life Assurance
• Enhanced sick pay, maternity pay, adoption pay
• Access to retail discounts and discounted breakdown cover
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Staff activities such as yoga at lunch and a book club
• Tech Scheme
• Cycle to Work Scheme

Our Culture and Values

At CSE, our values shape how we work together and with others.

• Commitment to our mission
• Collaboration
• Conscientiousness
• Initiative

How to Apply

To apply, click the application button and check your emails to complete the application form sent to you. You can also download the form from our CSE website.

Your application should demonstrate your suitability for the role against the criteria outlined in the person specification and job description. An application form must be sent to the email address provided.

Interviews will take place on Monday 24 November 2025 (online) and Monday 1 December 2025 (at our office in Bristol). If shortlisted for interview, we will ask you to provide evidence demonstrating your eligibility for employment in the UK.

Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of: Human Resources Executive, HR Advisor, Human Resources Advisor, HR Generalist, HR Officer, Employee Relations Advisor, Resourcing Talent Advisor, Senior HR Coordinator, Group HR Operations Officer may also be considered for this role.

Closing Date

The closing date for applications is 10:00 on Monday 17 November 2025.