HR Advisor (Temporary Ongoing)

Location: Bristol (4 days on-site, 1 day from home)
Salary: £35,800
Contract: Temporary Ongoing (whilst they recruit perm - could go temp to perm also)

Are you an experienced HR professional with a strong background in Employee Relations? We are seeking an HR Advisor to join a busy and supportive People team, providing expert HR guidance and coaching to managers across a diverse organisation.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys a fast-paced environment and thrives on building strong stakeholder relationships while ensuring best practice and legislative compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide timely, accurate HR advice and guidance to managers and employees.
• Support and coach managers on a wide range of employee relations matters including:
  • Sickness absence
  • Investigations
  • Disciplinary hearings
  • Grievances
  • Performance management and improvement plans
  • Appeals
• Advise on colleague wellbeing matters, working closely with Occupational Health, Health & Safety and external support providers.
• Maintain accurate ER case records and produce management information and reporting.
• Identify and mitigate potential people-related risks in partnership with HR Business Partners.
• Assist in the review and continuous improvement of HR policies, processes and systems.
• Support organisational change projects and wider People initiatives.
• Deliver training, coaching sessions and briefings on HR policies and procedures.
• Provide guidance and support to HR Assistants on contractual and lower-level ER matters.
• Develop strong working relationships with stakeholders at all levels, including Trade Union representatives.
• Promote and maintain a safe, compliant and positive working environment.

About You

• Previous experience in an HR Advisor or equivalent generalist HR role.
• Strong Employee Relations experience with confidence managing complex casework.
• Sound knowledge of UK employment legislation and HR best practice.
• Experience coaching and influencing managers.
• Strong organisational and administrative skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.
• CIPD qualification or working towards CIPD would be advantageous.

What's On Offer

• Competitive salary of £35,800.
• Hybrid working pattern with 4 days on-site in Bristol.
• Opportunity to gain exposure to a broad range of HR activities and projects.
• Join a collaborative and experienced People team.
• Temporary ongoing assignment with an immediate start available.

If you're a proactive HR professional looking for your next opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.