Senior Human Resources Advisor

JR United Kingdom; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading vape retailer in Edinburgh is seeking a Senior HR Advisor to join the HR team. The ideal candidate will have 3–5 years of experience in HR advisory, strong skills in employee relations, and a solid understanding of employment law. You'll support managers in driving positive employee experiences and ensure compliance within the HR framework. The role is pivotal for shaping effective people strategies as the company continues to expand.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in a senior HR advisory role.
• In-depth knowledge of employment law, HR policies, and best practices.
• Proven experience in employee relations and managing complex HR cases.

Responsibilities

• Act as a trusted advisor to managers and leaders on HR matters.
• Manage complex employee relations issues and ensure compliance.
• Support on HR case management including disciplinary and performance issues.

Skills

employee relations

communication skills

stakeholder management

knowledge of employment law

Job description

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Client:

VPZ

Location:

edinburgh, United Kingdom

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Posted:

22.08.2025

Expiry Date:

06.10.2025

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Job Description:

About us:

VPZ is a family-run business with our head office in Edinburgh. We have grown from just 1 store in Edinburgh to over 180 stores across the whole of the UK and we’re not stopping there. We are known for setting and driving the standards within the vape industry, this is a great chance to join us as we expand and grow.

About the role:

We are looking for a experienced Senior HR advisor to join our growing HR team. This role is a key strategic and operational partner to the business, supporting leaders and managers to drive positive employee experiences, ensure compliance, and enable strong business performance.

You'll work closely with key stakeholders across multiple functions to shape and deliver effective people strategies, support on complex employee relations matters, and ensure HR initiatives are aligned with both commercial objectives and legal requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as a trusted advisor to managers and leaders, providing guidance on all HR-related matters
• Manage complex employee relations issues and ensure compliance with employment laws and internal policies
• Support and lead on HR case management including disciplinary, grievance, absence and performance issues
• Collaborate with the wider HR team to support business goals and drive continuous improvement in people practices
• Contribute to the development and implementation of HR policies, procedures, and best practices

Ideal Candidate:

• 3–5 years of experience in a senior HR advisory role
• In-depth knowledge of employment law, HR policies, and best practices
• Proven experience in employee relations and managing complex HR cases
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• A collaborative, proactive approach with the ability to balance commercial and people priorities

Please ensure you apply with an up-to-date CV.

Applicants must be 18 years old or above, any subsequent job offer is subject to pre employment screening checks