Senior HR Advisor

Ashley Kate HR & Finance; Croydon; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading HR consultancy in Croydon is searching for an experienced HR Advisor to support employee relations, recruitment, and policy compliance. The role requires over 8 years of HR experience and involves both hybrid and onsite working. A competitive salary of around £45K plus benefits, including a potential bonus, is offered.

Benefits

Private medical insurance

23 days holiday plus bank holidays

Statutory auto-enrolment pension

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years' HR experience, including advisory or managerial responsibility.
• Experience in regulated environments beneficial but not essential.
• Confident handling confidential information and sensitive issues.

Responsibilities

• Advise and coach managers on employee relations and performance matters.
• Lead recruitment and onboarding processes.
• Support staff development and engagement initiatives.

Skills

Employee relations

Coaching

Stakeholder management

Education

CIPD Level 5

Job description

Overview

Location: Croydon (multi-site, South London). Salary: c£45K+ potential 10% bonus (based on personal and business performance). Contract: Permanent, full-time (open to 4 days per week). Benefits: Private medical, statutory auto-enrolment pension, 23 days holiday plus bank holidays.

Responsibilities

• Advise and coach managers on employee relations, performance, and development matters
• Lead recruitment and onboarding, including assessment centres and staff induction
• Maintain HR records and the Single Central Record
• Support staff development and engagement initiatives
• Ensure HR processes align with employment law and regulatory requirements
• Provide practical compliance support for Ofsted inspections
• Support creation and review of HR policies, with focus on practicality and business need

About You

• Minimum 8 years\' HR experience, including advisory or managerial responsibility
• Experience in regulated environments (care sector experience beneficial but not essential)
• Strong skills in employee relations, coaching, and stakeholder management
• Confident handling confidential information and sensitive issues
• CIPD Level 5 desirable

Working Arrangements

First month: full-time onsite across all three homes (within 25 minutes of each other).

Ongoing: hybrid working, 2-3 days per week onsite, with flexibility depending on business needs.

Safeguarding

All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS checks and reference checks in line with safer recruitment standards.

About Us

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we\'re happy to discuss flexible working options.

We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Nicholas Associates Group of companies