HR Advisor

Posted 04 December 2025
Salary £23 - 26 per hour
LocationBirmingham
Discipline Human Resources
Reference166406
Contact NamePeter Bennett

Job description

We are currently seeking an HR Advisor to join our client's busy HR Operations team on a 3 month temporary basis, with the role paying c.£35,000 (negotiable depending on experience)

This position is based in Central Birmingham with one day per week home working and requires someone to travel regularly to sites around the country.

This fast-paced role is pivotal in supporting managers and employees across the business, ensuring compliance with employment legislation and company policies.

You will act as a trusted advisor on all aspects of employee relations, absence management, and organisational change, while contributing to a positive and productive workplace culture.

Key Responsibilities

  • Providing guidance and coaching to line managers on people management, employee relations, and absence management activities
  • Managing ER cases from start to resolution, ensuring compliance with employment law and internal policies
  • Supporting organisational change activities, including restructures and redundancy processes
  • Reviewing and interpreting people data (e.g., absence trends, case volumes) to identify risks and support informed decision-making
  • Assisting with ill health capability cases, liaising with Occupational Health and supporting managers through formal stages
  • Acting as the initial escalation point for right-to-work risks and ensure appropriate action is taken

About You

  • Significant experience in a HR advisory role
  • Strong background in managing ER cases and absence management
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build effective relationships
  • Ability to analyse information and apply pragmatic solutions
  • CIPD Level 5 or equivalent experience

Key Details

  • 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8-5
  • 3-month contract
  • 1 day home working
  • National travel
  • c.£35k salary equivalent

 

If the above seems a good fit for your experience, then please get in touch today!

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