HR Advisor

IRIS; United States; Remote; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

IRIS is seeking a proactive HR Advisor to join our Education HR Consultancy team, supporting schools and academies with expert HR advice across contracts, policies, employee relations and organisational change.

You will partner with HR Business Partners and clients, deliver training, onboarding and guidance on HR systems, while building strong relationships and ensuring high-quality service delivery.

Qualifications

• Experience in an HR role.
• Solid understanding of HR principles and people practices.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with clients and colleagues.
• Proactive, customer-focused approach to problem solving.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Willingness to learn and stay updated with legislation and best practice.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert HR advice to education clients and partners.
• Develop and review contracts, policies, and letters.
• Support recruitment and onboarding processes for schools and trusts.
• Deliver HR training and workshops both virtually and in person.
• Assist clients with HR technology usage and process improvements.
• Build trusted relationships and ensure service levels are met.

Skills

HR knowledge

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Organisational skills

Customer focus

Education

CIPD qualification / studying CIPD

Tools

HR systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

About IRIS

IRIS Software Group is one of the UK’s largest privately held software companies, trusted by 100,000+ businesses, schools and accountancy firms to keep their operations running. Our software pays 1 in 6 UK employees, supports over 12,000 schools, and is relied on by 91 of the top 100 UK accountancy firms.

We’re a Great Place to Work® certified employer, recognised for our commitment to well-being, inclusion and development - and we’re growing fast.

Remote, UK

Full Time

Permanent

At IRIS, we’re passionate about helping education organisations create great places to work. We’re looking for a proactive and customer-focused HR Advisor to join our Education HR Consultancy team, supporting schools, academy trusts and other education sector clients with expert HR advice and guidance.

This is an exciting opportunity for an HR professional who enjoys variety, building strong client relationships, and delivering high-quality HR support across the full employee lifecycle.

What You’ll Be Doing

As an HR Advisor, you’ll work closely with our HR Business Partners and clients to provide practical, commercially focused HR solutions. You’ll be responsible for delivering a comprehensive HR advisory service, supporting organisations with everything from contracts and policies to employee relations and organisational change.

Key responsibilities include:

• Providing expert advice and guidance on a wide range of HR matters.

• Supporting schools, trusts and education clients with recruitment and people-related processes.

• Producing and reviewing employment documentation, contracts and letters.

• Reviewing, updating and developing HR policies and procedures in line with current legislation and best practice.

• Supporting the onboarding of new HR consultancy clients.

• Delivering HR training and workshops both virtually and in person.

• Assisting clients with the effective use of HR technology and software solutions.

• Building trusted relationships with clients and ensuring agreed service levels are met.

• Contributing to process improvement initiatives and identifying opportunities to enhance service delivery through technology and innovation.

• Supporting project work and acting as a trusted HR partner to clients.

• Working collaboratively with internal teams to deliver an exceptional customer experience.

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for a motivated HR professional who enjoys building relationships, solving problems and delivering excellent service to clients.

You’ll bring:

• Previous experience working in an HR role.

• A good understanding of HR principles and people practices.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build credibility and trust with clients and colleagues.

• A proactive and customer-focused approach to problem solving.

• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

• Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach to work.

• The ability to work independently while contributing positively to a wider team.

• Confidence using HR systems and Microsoft Office applications.

• A willingness to learn, develop and keep up to date with changing legislation and best practice.

• CIPD qualification, studying towards CIPD, or equivalent practical HR experience.

• A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to client sites when required.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Impact: Your work will influence millions globally.

• Growth: Continuous learning and career development opportunities.

• Belonging: A culture that celebrates diversity and empowers every individual.