Senior HR Consultant

Adecco; Greater London; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & wellbeing programmes

Electric car scheme

Childcare support

Learning & development

Inclusive culture

Enhanced family leave

Job summary

Adecco Group UK & Ireland is seeking a Senior HR Consultant in the City of London for a fixed-term contract (9-12 months). The role is part-time, 2 days a week in the office, starting October 2026, to provide strategic HR oversight during maternity leave.

You will partner with the CEO and SLT, manage complex ER cases, mentor the HR Assistant, and ensure continuity of HR operations while upholding UK employment law and CIPD Level 7 standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7+ years HR experience at senior level.
• Up-to-date knowledge of UK employment law.
• Experience leading complex ER cases from start to finish.
• Mentor junior HR professionals and foster development.
• CIPD Level 7 or equivalent qualification.
• Strong commercial acumen and aligning people practices with business strategy.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership: be the main point of contact for the CEO and leadership team on people decisions and continuity.
• Team Management: line manage the HR Assistant, set priorities, oversee workload and conduct 1:1s.
• Complex Case Management: own high-risk grievances and discrimination cases and ensure fair outcomes.
• Coaching & Mentoring: provide structured coaching to build confidence and independence.
• Legal Safeguarding: review and sign off on final outcomes and settlements to protect the organisation.
• HR Strategy Oversight: keep HR strategies aligned with company values and policies.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Team management

Complex case management

Coaching & mentoring

Legal safeguarding

HR strategy oversight

Education

CIPD Level 7 or equivalent

Job description

Senior HR Consultant - City of London

Join Our Team as a Senior HR Consultant!

Location: City of London

Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract (9-12 months)

Start Date: October 2026

Working Pattern: Part-Time (2 days a week in the office)

Are you an HR superstar ready to make a significant impact in a dynamic technology environment? We're searching for a passionate Senior HR Consultant to provide strategic oversight during the Head of HR's maternity leave. This is your chance to join a team that values authenticity, inclusiveness, and a client-centred approach!

About the Role

In this pivotal role, you will serve as a crucial bridge between the HR department, Senior Leadership Team (SLT), and Executive Team. Collaborating directly with senior stakeholders, you will manage complex employee relations matters and mentor our HR Assistant to ensure seamless departmental continuity.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership: Serve as the main point of contact for the CEO and leadership team, providing expert guidance on people decisions, risk management, and organisational continuity.
• Team Management: Directly line manage the HR Assistant, setting priorities, overseeing workload delivery, and conducting 1:1s to foster their professional growth.
• Complex Case Management: Take ownership of high-risk cases, including grievances and discrimination claims, ensuring fair and compliant outcomes.
• Coaching & Mentoring: Provide structured coaching to the HR Assistant, reviewing casework to build confidence and independence.
• Legal Safeguarding: Review and sign off on final formal outcomes and settlement agreements to protect the organisation from legal exposure.
• HR Strategy Oversight: Maintain alignment of HR strategies with core company values and policies during your tenure.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience: Minimum 7+ years of HR experience at a senior level, with a proven track record of influencing and collaborating with Executive stakeholders.
• Expert Knowledge: Up-to-date knowledge of UK employment law and experience leading complex ER cases from start to finish.
• Mentorship Passion: A demonstrated commitment to mentoring junior HR professionals and fostering their development.
• Qualifications: CIPD Level 7 or equivalent, along with substantial corporate or consulting experience.
• Commercial Acumen: Exceptional ability to balance people practises with business strategy.

What We Offer

• Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy health and wellbeing programmes, an electric car scheme, childcare support, and more!
• Career Development: Access learning and development opportunities to help you grow in your career.
• Inclusive Culture: Be part of a diverse and inclusive environment where every voice is valued.
• Enhanced Family Leave: Our policies support you during life's most important moments.

Why Join Us? At our organisation, we are committed to creating an environment where authenticity, inclusiveness, and a client-centred approach are at the core of everything we do. If you're ready to step into a role that empowers you to make a difference, we want to hear from you!

The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.