HR Advisor

About The Role

HR Advisor – Full‑Time, Permanent – Inchinnan, Hybrid working. The role requires security checks.

Ready to take the next step into an HR Advisor role? This is more than just a job; it’s an opportunity to build a rewarding HR career while supporting a business that delivers critical work within the Defence sector.

As part of our Defence Division, you will gain hands‑on experience across the full spectrum of HR, working alongside experienced HR Business Partners who are committed to helping you grow. You’ll advise managers on employee relations matters, support talent development, contribute to succession planning, workforce planning and training initiatives, and play a key role in organisational change.

• Provide first‑line HR advice and guidance to managers and employees on policies, procedures, and best practice, escalating complex matters where required.
• Support the delivery and monitoring of training, development and competency programmes to meet business and regulatory standards.
• Assist with the implementation and communication of HR initiatives, policies and organisational change projects.
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders to aid the achievement of business objectives.
• Support managers with routine employee relations matters, including absence, performance, conduct and probation, ensuring accurate documentation and policy compliance.
• Maintain and update Defence organisational structure charts.
• Produce and analyse HR metrics and reports, including turnover, absence, stability and exit interview data.
• Partner with and shadow HR Business Partners on projects and initiatives to develop HR knowledge and advisory capability.

• Demonstrates discretion, professionalism and sound judgement when handling confidential and sensitive information.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to effectively prioritise and manage multiple tasks in a fast‑paced environment.
• Good understanding of employment law principles and HR best practice.
• Ability to analyse and interpret HR data, identifying trends and providing meaningful insights.
• Previous experience in an HR role and/or working towards or holding a relevant HR qualification (e.g., CIPD, HNC).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel and PowerPoint, with the ability to quickly learn and utilise HR systems and technology.

• Early finish on Fridays
• Competitive salary and benefits package aligned with experience (private medical insurance, life assurance, cycle‑to‑work scheme, company pension)
• Clear pathways for career development and organisational visibility
• Inclusive and supportive culture that values individual contributions
• Meaningful work with impact across safety, innovation and global operations

James Fisher and Sons are committed to taking positive action on diversity and strongly encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and recognise that our success depends on our talented and diverse workforce.