People Advisor

Posted 16 March 2026
Salary Hourly rate negotiable upon experience
LocationCity of London
Discipline Human Resources
Reference188578
Contact NameDaniel Thynne

Job description

Our client, based in Central London, is currently recruiting for a People Advisor on a 3-month temporary contract initially, with a strong chance to go to FTC or permanent.

The organisation is one of the largest professional member bodies in the country and has a growing people team. The position is due to start immediately on a full-time basis. The hourly rate is negotiable based on experience for this position.

Duties will include (but are not limited to):

• Providing comprehensive generalist HR and organisational development support to managers and staff, delivering advice and guidance

• Managing a varied employee relations caseload, supporting managers with investigations, disciplinary, grievance and performance processes while promoting early and informal resolution

• Building strong working relationships with managers and staff across designated business areas, acting as a trusted advisor and gaining insight into workforce needs

• Delivering practical HR advice and coaching to managers on employment policies, procedures and people management issues

• Analysing workforce and HR data to identify trends, support decision-making and inform workforce planning activities

• Supporting organisational change initiatives by assisting with the implementation of new policies, processes and people-related projects

• Delivering HR briefings, presentations and training sessions to managers and staff on HR policies, organisational initiatives and best practice in people management

Experience required:

• Experience required in employee relations

• Experience working with Trade Unions

Skills, knowledge and expertise required:

• CIPD L5

• Relationship Management with Senior Stakeholders

Rewards and Benefits:

• Hybrid working – 3 days WFH

• Flexible working days

Working hours:

• 35 hours per week

• Monday – Friday, 9am-5pm

Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role.

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