People Advisor

Are you passionate about making a real difference to the colleague experience? We are searching for a People Advisor to play a vital role in supporting the People Team, delivering an exceptional employee journey for all colleagues. You’ll be an approachable, solutions-focused advisor, enabling our people, managers, and teams to be at their best every day.

You’ll work with our wider People Team to foster a positive, engaging, and inclusive workplace culture. As a key member of our team, your solid HR knowledge, communication skills, and natural empathy will help ensure our people feel valued, respected, and supported – whatever their background or experience.

• Act as a central point of contact for people-related queries from colleagues and managers, providing accurate advice on policies, procedures, and employment law
• Guide and support managers across a range of employee relations matters, such as absence management, performance, and wellbeing
• Champion a fair, consistent, and supportive approach to all HR processes, acting in line with best practice and our company values
• Support the implementation of people projects and initiatives, including engagement, diversity, and wellbeing programmes
• Collaborate with the People Team on HR administration, reporting, and continuous improvement activities
• Coach managers and leaders, building their capability to resolve issues informally and proactively
• Maintain accurate records and ensure confidential handling of sensitive people information

• Experience in an HR advisory, People Advisor, or similar people-focused role
• Knowledge of employment law, HR policies and best practice
• Strong communication and emotional intelligence skills, able to handle sensitive and complex situations with empathy and professionalism
• Solution-focused approach and a drive to support managers and colleagues across the business
• Attention to detail, organisation, and the ability to manage multiple queries simultaneously
• CIPD Level 3 or above (or working towards) is desirable, but we’ll support development for the right person

• Competitive salary, plus opportunities for internal development and progression
• Up to 50% colleague discount
• Health and Wellbeing support, including Medicash cashback options and access to Retail Trust wellbeing guidance
• Group Income Protection and Life Assurance*
• Pension scheme (Legal & General)
• Enhanced family leave policies*
• Annual leave buy & sell scheme, plus increasing holiday entitlement with service
• Access to learning and development programmes tailored to your future growth

(*qualifying periods apply)

We believe that everyone has a right to feel included, comfortable, and empowered at work. We celebrate difference and invite applications from all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives. We’re committed to building an environment where you can bring your true self and flourish as part of our team. If you are passionate about people and want to make a lasting, positive impact, we’d love to hear from you.