HR Adviser

Anderson Knight is proud to be recruiting for an experienced and proactive HR Adviser on behalf of our client who are going through an exciting transformation and operating in a dynamic environment. This is a fantastic opportunity for a confident HR professional to take ownership across a wide remit, supporting the full employee lifecycle and playing a key role in promoting a positive, compliant, and engaged workforce.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide informed guidance on complex employee relations issues, ensuring adherence to employment law and organisational policies.
• Support and coach managers to build HR knowledge and effectively address employee concerns.
• Take the lead on absence and welfare case management, including coordinating occupational health referrals and medical assessments.
• Champion employee wellbeing initiatives and oversee the relationship with the occupational health provider.
• Offer advice on performance management, training needs, and job role development; contribute to engagement and staff development programmes.
• Work collaboratively with other departments to ensure aligned, transparent communication.
• Liaise with payroll and finance teams on pay-related matters; assist with salary benchmarking, benefits awareness, and contract administration.
• Develop, revise, and implement HR policies and procedures; deliver relevant training and ensure compliance with legislative requirements.
• Contribute to the enhancement of recruitment and retention strategies, ensuring HR processes are audit-ready.
• Generate regular HR reports, interpret workforce data, and support statutory reporting obligations.
• Ensure compliance with health & safety, employment law, and data protection regulations; support investigations and process improvements.
• Provide cost-effective HR service delivery aligned with budgetary targets and key performance indicators.
• Build trusted relationships with internal and external stakeholders, representing HR with professionalism and integrity.

Candidate Profile:

• Demonstrable experience in a generalist HR role, ideally within a regulated environment.
• In-depth understanding of UK employment legislation and best HR practice.
• Strong interpersonal, coaching, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in handling complex casework and data analysis.
• CIPD qualification (or working towards) is advantageous.

What’s on Offer:

This is a varied and rewarding HR role offering real scope to make an impact. You’ll benefit from a supportive working environment, development opportunities, and the chance to work closely with leadership to help shape the organisation's people strategy.