Senior HR Advisor

Location: Maesteg

Liberty Recruitment Group is delighted to be working with a well-established and highly regarded organisation in the search for an experienced Senior HR Advisor to join their team on a 12-15 month fixed-term contract. Our client operates within a professional and regulated environment and is seeking a confident and commercially minded HR professional to deliver a high-quality, proactive HR service across the business.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a collaborative HR team where you'll play a key role in supporting managers, focusing on implementing the new Employment Rights Act, ER matters, and driving continuous improvement. Based in Southampton , this role offers a salary of £45,000 - £50,000 , hybrid working with three days per week in the office , and occasional travel to London (approximately once every other month).

What you'll do:
Act as the organisation's employment law expert, providing clear and pragmatic HR advice including embedding and advising on the new ERA. Review and update HR policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with current legislation and best practice. Take the lead on ER cases, including disciplinary, grievance, absence and performance matters. Oversee onboarding, probation and offboarding processes, delivering a positive employee experience.

Provide guidance and support on employee wellbeing initiatives and HR best practice. Support the delivery of L&D initiatives, ensuring training is effective and cost-efficient. Champion Equality, Diversity & Inclusion initiatives and support the Mental Health First Aider programme. Contribute to wider HR projects and continuous improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate will have: CIPD Level 5 qualification (or equivalent experience). Proven experience in a Senior HR Advisor role with up-to-date knowledge on The Employment Rights Act.

Previous experience working within a professional services, legal or other regulated environment. Experience managing complex ER cases from start to finish. Experience drafting HR policies, procedures and employee communications. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities. Experience designing and delivering training sessions. This role would suit someone who:
Enjoys being the go-to expert for ER and employment law advice. Enjoys networking and promoting new ways of working for business. Thrives in a fast-paced, professional environment. Takes a proactive, pragmatic and solutions-focused approach to HR. Is passionate about delivering an outstanding employee experience. Company Benefits: £5,000 completion bonus. Hybrid working. Discretionary bonus scheme. 25 days annual leave, increasing with length of service.

Discounted gym membership. Life assurance. Private medical and dental insurance. Plus, so much more! If you have the skills and experience to match this role, we would love to hear from you! Please reach out to one of the team at Liberty Recruitment Group.