Senior HR Advisor

CPM UK; Stokenchurch; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

26 days holiday plus bank holidays

Pension Plan

Life Assurance

Health and wellbeing DIGICARE+ App

Job summary

CPM UK in Stokenchurch is seeking a Senior HR Advisor who will provide HR support across the CPM Group. This full-time role involves managing employee relations and supporting organisational change.

The suitable candidate will be CIPD Level 5 qualified, with strong experience in managing complex cases and excellent stakeholder management skills. The position offers hybrid working, a generous holiday package, pension, and health benefits.

Qualifications

• CIPD Level 5 qualified or working towards.
• Strong generalist HR experience.
• Up-to-date knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice.

Responsibilities

• Provide HR guidance on employee relations matters.
• Manage a varied ER caseload in line with company policy.
• Support managers through formal HR processes.

Skills

Strong employment law knowledge

Stakeholder management

Coaching and developing managers

Proficient in HR systems

Education

CIPD Level 5 qualified or working towards

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

At CPM we’re looking for an experienced and commercially minded Senior HR Advisor to join our HR team. In this role, you’ll provide expert HR guidance and support across the CPM Group, partnering with managers to navigate complex employee relations matters, organisational change, and people-related challenges.

This is a full‑time role working Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week. The basic salary will depend on experience. You’ll also enjoy a generous holiday package, pension plan, life assurance, and access to the Peppy & DIGICARE+ health and wellbeing app.

Ideal location

Stokenchurch, United Kingdom, HP14

Hybrid working available – 3 days in the office minimum

About The Role

As a trusted advisor, you’ll play a key role in driving best practice, ensuring compliance, developing management capability, and supporting the delivery of people initiatives that contribute to a positive, high‑performing workplace culture.

What You Will Be Doing

• Providing expert HR advice and coaching on employee relations matters including disciplinary, grievance, absence, performance, capability and family‑friendly cases.
• Managing a varied ER caseload, ensuring cases are handled consistently, pragmatically and in line with employment legislation and company policy.
• Supporting managers through formal HR processes, offering guidance on risks, options and appropriate outcomes.
• Leading on complex case documentation, correspondence and outcome letters.
• Supporting organisational change initiatives including restructures, consultations, redundancies and TUPE transfers.
• Coaching and developing managers to build confidence and capability in people management.
• Reviewing and improving HR policies, processes and templates to ensure compliance and effectiveness.
• Maintaining accurate HR records and producing management information as required.
• Partnering with Recruitment, Talent, Reward and operational teams to deliver a seamless people service.
• Contributing to HR projects and continuous improvement initiatives across the business.
• Keeping up to date with employment law and HR best practice.

About You

You’ll be an experienced HR professional who combines strong employment law knowledge with a practical, solutions‑focused approach. Comfortable handling complex employee relations matters, you’ll build credibility quickly and confidently influence stakeholders at all levels.

Essential

• CIPD Level 5 qualified (or working towards) with strong generalist HR experience.
• Proven experience managing complex employee relations cases independently.
• Up‑to‑date knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice.
• Experience supporting organisational change, consultation, redundancy and TUPE activity.
• Strong stakeholder management and relationship‑building skills.
• Excellent judgement, decision‑making and risk assessment capability.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Proficient in HR systems and Microsoft Office.
• Resilient, proactive and able to work both independently and collaboratively.

Desirable

• Experience coaching and developing managers.
• Experience contributing to HR policy development and process improvement.
• Previous experience in a Senior HR Advisor or equivalent role.

What’s In It For You

• Basic salary (depending on experience)
• Working hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week
• Holiday Package: 26 days plus bank holidays, increasing by 1 day each year of service up to 31 days plus bank holidays. Option to buy or sell up to 5 days.
• Pension Plan: Secure your future with a pension plan.
• Life Assurance: Enjoy peace of mind knowing you have 1X life assurance.
• Peppy: Confidential access to expert health support across areas like fertility, menopause, pregnancy and more.
• Health and wellbeing: DIGICARE+ App – Access to second opinions from doctors, counselling sessions, nutritionist advice and gym discounts all in one place.

Equal Opportunities

At CPM, we are proud to foster an inclusive work environment. We believe in a workplace that celebrates the unique perspectives and skills of all individuals, making us stronger and more innovative.

Should you require any adjustments or support during the application process, please let us know so we can help you feel comfortable and confident, allowing you to showcase your skills to their fullest potential.