Senior People Advisor

COREcruitment; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Craft Beer Brand in London is seeking a Senior People Advisor to lead employee relations and HR policy implementation in a dynamic, people-first environment. The role requires strong experience in HR, effective communication skills, and the ability to manage complex employee cases. This opportunity offers a competitive package and a hybrid working model.

Benefits

Competitive package

Private healthcare

Extended holiday leave

Pension scheme

Discounted products

Additional company perks

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a People Advisor, HR Advisor or Senior HR Advisor.
• Demonstrated success in managing complex employee relations cases.
• Experience developing and implementing HR policies and processes.

Responsibilities

• Act as the first point of contact for employees and managers.
• Provide guidance on HR policies and wellbeing support.
• Lead on complex employee relations cases.

Skills

Experience as a People Advisor

Strong understanding of UK employment law

Excellent communication skills

Organizational skills

Experience in FMCG or hospitality

Job description

Senior People Advisor – National Beer Brand – London – Up to A£45,000 (6 Month FTC)

My client is a leading and well known Craft Beer Brand operating at a National level, with an exceptional track record in growth across the On and Off trade. This brand is iconic and a symbol in almost all pubs you go to! Personally it’s one of my favourites.

The Senior People Advisor plays a key role in delivering exceptional employee support across the business. You will lead on employee relations, help design and implement HR policies and processes, and support managers with people‑related decisions. This is a hands‑on, advisory role ideal for someone who thrives in a fast‑paced, people‑first environment.

This role will be 3 days per week at the North London site.

Company Benefits

• Competitive package, hybrid working model.
• Private healthcare, extended holiday leave, pension scheme.
• Discounted products and additional company perks. Succession and PDP plan implemented.

Senior People Advisor Responsibilities

• Act as the first point of contact for employees and managers across all people‑related matters.
• Provide guidance on HR policies, procedures, wellbeing support, and employment best practice.
• Support managers with day‑to‑day people management challenges, offering clear, pragmatic advice.
• Lead on complex employee relations cases (disciplinaries, grievances, performance, sickness).
• Maintain accurate documentation and case records.
• Review, update and develop HR policies, ensuring they are compliant, modern and reflective of company culture.
• Lead on the implementation of best‑practice HR processes across the employee lifecycle.
• Support initiatives that improve employee experience and operational efficiency.
• Contribute to wider HR projects including engagement surveys, onboarding improvements, D&I initiatives, and wellbeing programmes.
• Support change management initiatives and organisational development projects.
• Collaborate with leaders to continuously improve culture, communication and employee engagement.
• Produce regular HR reports on turnover, absence, performance and engagement metrics.
• Ensure compliance with employment legislation and internal policies.

The Ideal Senior People Advisor

• Proven experience as a People Advisor, HR Advisor or Senior HR Advisor.
• Strong understanding of UK employment law and HR best practice.
• Demonstrated success in managing complex employee relations cases.
• Experience developing and implementing HR policies and processes.
• Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills.
• Highly organised, detail‑oriented and capable of handling sensitive information.
• Experience within FMCG, hospitality or the drinks industry is advantageous (but not essential).