HR Advisor

HR Advisor (HR Generalist)Permanent | Hybrid | Christchurch HQMonthly 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.

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