Senior Human Resources Advisor

Forge Holiday Group Ltd; Chester; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic holiday group is seeking a Senior Human Resources Advisor to deliver a professional HR service across its operations. The role involves advising on employee relations, coaching managers, and ensuring compliance with HR best practices. Applicants should have strong HR experience and CIPD Level 5. Flexible working options are available, along with a competitive salary.

Benefits

Annual bonus scheme

33 days holiday (+ up to 5 extra days with long service)

Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Leave

Qualifications

• Proven HR/ER experience – advising managers, managing cases, and leading HR initiatives.
• Up-to-date knowledge of UK employment legislation.
• Ability to challenge and improve existing processes.

Responsibilities

• Deliver professional HR support across Forge Holiday Group and its subsidiaries.
• Advise managers on ER cases like sickness and performance.
• Coach and support HR Advisors and managers.

Skills

HR/ER experience

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

CIPD Level 5 or equivalent experience

Job description

Senior Human Resources Advisor

Forge Holiday Group
Chester
£35,000 - £40,000 per annum GBP per year
Contract
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We're looking for a Senior HR Advisor to join our team on a 6-month Fixed Term Contract - We are anything but your typical HR team!

• Contract: 6-month fixed term
• Salary: £35k-£40k per annum
• Team: Supportive, collaborative HR Ops
• Culture: Flexible, forward-thinking, smarter HR ways
• Work: ER & HR advisory - TUPE, restructures, grievance, disciplinary, absence, performance, policy, manager coaching
• Hybrid/Regional: Regular travel to regional sites, including Chester HQ

Why You'll Love It Here:

At Forge Holiday Group, we don't just do holidays, we create memories. With market-leading brands like Sykes Holiday Cottages, Forest Holidays and Bachcare in New Zealand, we're 1,700+ strong and powered by four values: One Business, Keep it Simple, Grow & Learn, Sustainable Impact.

This is your chance to join our People & Culture team, the champions of all things HR, culture, and colleague happiness. We're the team that supports, empowers, and shapes an amazing workplace… and has a laugh along the way.

About the Senior HR Advisor Role:

We're looking for someone who's been there, done it, and knows their way around employee relations and supporting managers to get things right. You'll deliver a professional HR service across Forge Holiday Group and its subsidiaries, ensuring HR practices are consistent, compliant, and aligned with policies, employment law, and best practice.

What You'll Do:

• Deliver professional HR support across Forge Holiday Group and its subsidiaries
• Advise managers on ER cases: sickness, performance, disciplinary, grievance, flexible working, TUPE, redundancy, and restructures
• Coach and support HR Advisors and managers, building skills, confidence, and capability across the organisation
• Keep policies fresh, fair, and compliant with legislation and best practice
• Collaborate with Recruitment, Payroll, L&D, and H&S for joined‑up People magic
• Deliver line manager training and embed HR best practice
• Stay sharp on employment law, HR trends, and emerging people practices

What You'll Bring:

• Proven HR/ER experience – advising managers, managing cases, and leading HR initiatives
• Ability to challenge and improve the "way it's always been done"
• Love for problem‑solving and making work better for people
• CIPD Level 5 or equivalent experience, with strong technical HR knowledge
• Up‑to‑date knowledge of UK employment legislation

Bonus Points if you have:

• Experience leading TUPE, restructures, and redundancy processes
• Experience delivering HR/leadership training to line managers
• Experience managing an operational, ER‑focused HR team

Forge Holiday Group Benefits:

• Annual bonus scheme
• 33 days holiday (+ up to 5 extra days with long service)
• Birthday day off
• Two paid volunteering days per year
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Leave (24 weeks maternity, 3 weeks paternity at 100% pay)
• On‑site gym & Chester HQ parking
• Hybrid working & flexible working policy
• Health cash plan, wellbeing discounts, and 24/7 mental health support
• Training & development pathways to support your career goals
• Exclusive discounts on holiday stays for you, family, and friends
• And more…

We're all about diversity, inclusion, and bringing your authentic self to work. Need adjustments for the recruitment process? Just ask.

Apply today to shape the future of how guests discover their next holiday – and make a real impact with a values‑driven, innovative team.