Senior HR Advisor

Peaple Talent; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development and upskilling opportunities

Pension scheme

Private medical cover

Life assurance

Generous holiday entitlement

Job summary

A human resources consultancy in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Senior HR Advisor for a part-time, permanent role. You will advise managers on HR policies, support complex employee relations cases, and oversee recruitment and training initiatives. The ideal candidate has a CIPD Level 5 qualification and strong knowledge of employment law. These responsibilities are complemented by career development opportunities, a pension scheme, and generous holiday entitlement. Join our collaborative team to make a tangible impact in our workplace.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as an HR Advisor or Senior HR Advisor.
• Proven experience handling complex employee relations cases.
• Professional, proactive, and collaborative approach.

Responsibilities

• Advise managers on HR policies, procedures, and employment law.
• Support and manage complex employee relations cases.
• Attend formal meetings, hearings, and investigations.
• Produce HR documentation in line with compliance standards.
• Support recruitment campaigns and onboarding processes.
• Identify training needs and coordinate development initiatives.
• Review and update HR processes to improve service delivery.
• Cover for the HR Manager when required.

Skills

Strong knowledge of employment law

Excellent communication skills

Organisational skills

Problem-solving skills

Ability to maintain confidentiality

Collaborative approach

Education

HR qualification (CIPD Level 5 or equivalent)

Job description

Location: United Kingdom

Are you an experienced HR professional looking for a flexible, part-time role where you can make a real impact? We’re seeking a Senior HR Advisor to join a collaborative and supportive team, helping to drive excellence across all HR functions.

What you’ll do:

• Advise managers on HR policies, procedures, and employment law.
• Support and manage complex employee relations cases (disciplinary, grievance, performance, sickness, capability).
• Attend formal meetings, hearings, and investigations.
• Produce contracts, letters, and HR documentation in line with compliance standards.
• Support recruitment campaigns, interviews, onboarding, and induction processes.
• Identify training needs and coordinate learning & development initiatives.
• Review and update HR policies and processes to improve service delivery.
• Cover for the HR Manager when required.

What we’re looking for:

• Previous experience as an HR Advisor or Senior HR Advisor.
• Strong knowledge of employment law and HR best practice.
• Proven experience handling complex employee relations cases.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and work with discretion.
• HR qualification (CIPD Level 5 or equivalent).
• Professional, proactive, and collaborative approach.

What’s in it for you:

• Part‑time, permanent role (22.5 hours/week, either 3 full days or 5 shorter days).
• Career development and upskilling opportunities.
• Pension scheme and private medical cover.
• Life assurance and wellbeing support.
• Generous holiday entitlement (23 days + bank holidays, increasing with service).
• Opportunity to contribute to a supportive, people‑focused workplace.

Apply now by submitting your CV and covering letter.