HR Advisor

About the Role

We're recruiting for a 12-month FTC to support our client's busy operational teams — full-time, on-site, with the flexibility to work a condensed four-day week. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys pace, variety and genuine influence. You'll take ownership of a high-volume ER caseload, partner closely with managers, and help shape a fair, consistent and people-focused culture across a large workforce.

What You'll Be Doing In The Role

• Lead ER cases confidently from first conversation through to conclusion.
• Coach managers through investigations, hearings and formal processes, building capability and confidence.
• Manage long-term sickness cases, including OH referrals and reasonable adjustments.
• Produce clear, accurate and audit-ready documentation.
• Build strong, trusted relationships across operations and HR.
• Contribute to team projects, process improvements and wider people initiatives.

You'll Bring

• Strong ER experience and solid working knowledge of UK employment law.
• Confidence managing cases independently and making sound, balanced recommendations.
• Excellent communication, influencing and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to juggle priorities in a fast-moving, operational environment.
• CIPD Level 5 or equivalent experience (desirable).

What You'll Get

• Full-time, site-based role with the option of a four-day working week.
• £36,000 - £38,000 FTE salary (DOE).
• Pension scheme and wellbeing benefits.
• A supportive HR team and a role where your expertise genuinely makes a difference.