HR Advisor

HR Advisor (HR Generalist) Permanent Hybrid Christchurch HQ Monthly travel to Sheffield & Widnes

We're recruiting an HR Advisor to join a growing People Team of seven within a successful, people-focused organisation. The business has continued to expand throughout the 10 years we've partnered with them, and this role offers genuine variety, autonomy and the chance to make a real impact.

As HR Advisor, you'll support managers and employees across the full employee lifecycle, with a strong focus on Employee Relations, performance management, recruitment, onboarding, learning and development, HR compliance and HR projects.

The Role

Employee Relations & Performance

• Manage ER cases including disciplinary, grievance and absence.

• Support managers with performance management and improvement plans.

• Conduct investigations and ensure compliance with employment law.

Recruitment & Development

• Support recruitment and interview processes.

• Coordinate training sessions and maintain L&D records.

• Identify development opportunities to support employee growth.

HR Compliance & Policy

• Ensure HR processes meet legislation and best practice.

• Support policy reviews and updates.

• Provide guidance on HR queries, escalating where needed.

HR Systems, Payroll & Benefits

• Maintain accurate employee data in CezanneHR.

• Support payroll, pensions and benefits administration.

• Manage records relating to leave, sickness and entitlements.

Employee Lifecycle & Culture

• Deliver a positive employee experience from onboarding onwards.

• Partner with managers on workforce planning and skills needs.

• Support engagement, wellbeing and company social events.

• Provide general HR administration and project support.

About You

• Experience as an HR Advisor, People Advisor or HR Generalist.

• Strong background in Employee Relations casework.

• Good understanding of employment law and HR best practice.

• CIPD qualification (or working towards) is advantageous.

• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary + annual salary review

• Annual bonus scheme

• 25 days holiday (rising to 27 after 3 years, 30 after 5)

• Option to buy additional holiday

• Medical cash plan + mental health support

• Flexible hours & hybrid working

• Great L&D and progression opportunities

• Enhanced maternity & paternity leave

• Generous company sick pay

• Pension scheme

• Annual social events

• Cycle to Work scheme If you're an HR Advisor or HR Generalist looking for a varied role with strong ER exposure and great development opportunities, apply today or contact Laura at Dovetail Recruitment for insight into the culture, team and recruitment process.