People Advisor – 9 Month Fixed Term Contract
About the role
We’re looking for a proactive and commercially aware People Advisor to join our People team on a fixed-term basis, with a strong focus on Employee Relations (ER).
This is a hands-on, advisory role where you’ll partner closely with operational Heads of Department and Managers across the business, providing expert HR guidance while driving a consistent, best-practice approach to people management.
You’ll play a key role in managing ER cases, supporting employee engagement initiatives, and contributing to wider HR projects — helping to continuously enhance the employee experience across the group.
Responsibilities
- Leading and advising on a wide range of ER cases including disciplinaries, grievances, absence, and capability
- Coaching and influencing managers to build confidence in handling people matters effectively
- Supporting complex cases such as family leave, flexible working, and long-term absence
- Managing workplace investigations and hearings where required
- Driving best practice and early intervention to reduce ER escalation
- Monitoring case trends and providing insight to support decision-making
- Ensuring all casework and documentation meets GDPR and legal standards
- Supporting policy development and keeping the business up to date with employment legislation
- Partnering with People Development to promote learning and engagement initiatives
- Contributing to wider People Team projects and continuous improvement activity
Requirements
We’re looking for a confident HR professional who thrives in a fast-paced, people-focused environment:
- CIPD Level 3 minimum (Level 5 preferred)
- Proven experience managing end-to-end ER casework
- Strong knowledge of UK employment law, particularly the Employment Rights Act
- Experience advising and influencing managers at all levels
- A natural relationship builder with a pragmatic, solutions-focused approach
Qualifications
While not essential, hospitality experience would be beneficial.
Skills
A confident HR professional who thrives in a fast-paced, people-focused environment:
- CIPD Level 3 minimum (Level 5 preferred)
- Proven experience managing end-to-end ER casework
- Strong knowledge of UK employment law, particularly the Employment Rights Act
- Experience advising and influencing managers at all levels
- A natural relationship builder with a pragmatic, solutions-focused approach
Benefits
- Work with a reputable people led business where PIG values sit at the forefront of what we do
- Unlimited staff stays – free B&B across all our properties
- 35% discount on food, beverages & treatments
- Meals on duty
- Annual holiday increase (up to 33 days)
- Take home goods – cost price
- Free access for you and your family to an on-demand GP, Physiotherapy, and counselling services through Help@Hand
- Critical Illness cover
- Death in service cover
- A range of learning & development courses
- Anniversary vouchers – dinner with wine for 2
Pay
£16.30 per hour (9 Month Fixed Term Contract - September start)
Schedule
30 - 35 hours per week, Monday-Friday