HR Adviser

The Company
We are delighted to be partnering with a growing organisation seeking an experienced HR professional to join their team on a 6-month fixed-term contract. Known for its collaborative and supportive culture, the business values its people and places a strong emphasis on effective HR practices to support staff and management alike.

 This is a hands-on role for someone looking to make an immediate impact within a busy HR function.

 The Role
An opportunity has arisen for a HR Adviser specialising in employee relations casework. The successful candidate will provide expert HR support across a range of employee matters, including grievance, disciplinary, and absence management.

 This is a hybrid role, but the successful candidate will need to be local to visit sites for meetings and effectively support managers and employees on-site.

 Key Responsibilities

• Provide guidance and support to managers and employees on employee relations matters, including grievance, disciplinary, and absence management.
• Investigate and manage ER cases in line with company policies and employment law.
• Support the implementation of HR policies and procedures across the organisation.
• Advise on best practice and ensure consistency in decision-making.
• Support managers with performance management and related HR processes.
• Contribute to HR reporting and provide insights on trends and case outcomes.
• Attend site meetings as required to support staff and managers.

 Key Skills & Experience

• Proven experience as an HR Adviser or similar, ideally specialising in employee relations casework.
• Strong knowledge of employment law and HR best practice.
• Experience managing grievance, disciplinary, and absence management cases.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and influencing skills.
• Ability to work independently and prioritise multiple cases.
• Proactive, organised, and able to provide practical, clear advice.
• Local to the area to allow regular site visits.

 Benefits

• Salary: competitive, based on experience.
• 6-month fixed-term contract.
• Hybrid working with flexibility across the week.
• Supportive and professional HR team.
• Opportunity to work hands-on with employee relations casework and contribute to consistent HR practices across the business.

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If this role isn’t right for you, please don’t hesitate to register with us, so that we can arrange a consultation and help you find you your next career move.

 



Farrer Barnes Ltd does not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and complies with all relevant UK legislation. Farrer Barnes Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers.