Job Title: HR Advisor
Location: Hybrid (with travel to sites as needed)
Reports to: People Manager
Type: Permanent, Part Time
About the Role
Our client is looking for a HR Advisor to join their well established team. This is a pivotal role supporting the success of their people practices. As an HR Advisor, you'll lead and support a wide range of HR functions across the entire employee lifecycle from recruitment and onboarding through to employee relations, performance, and training. Youll be a trusted advisor for managers and staff, ensuring consistent and values-led HR support.
Who Youll Work With
Youll collaborate closely with:
* Senior Managers and the Operations Team
* Finance, Governance, and staff across all locations
Externally, you'll liaise with:
* HR consultants, training providers, contractors
* Local authorities and other relevant stakeholders
Key Responsibilities
* Provide day-to-day HR support to managers and staff, ensuring compliance with employment law and internal policies
* Lead end-to-end recruitment, onboarding and induction processes
* Manage monthly payroll preparation and ensure accurate data is submitted
* Maintain and update HR systems and records
* Support training needs analysis, coordination and delivery
* Advise on employee relations matters, supporting managers through the process
* Monitor and update HR policies, keeping them aligned with current legislation
* Act as the first point of contact for HR-related queries and internal communications
* Work with managers on contractual changes, ensuring all documentation and payroll updates are in place
* Support and, where appropriate, lead on HR initiatives and projects aligned with the annual operating plan
* Manage HR reporting, including turnover, absence, retention and engagement metrics
* Organise internal HR events including staff conferences, internships, and career fairs
* Assist with internal health & safety coordination
* Champion Trees for Life values in all aspects of the role
About You
Knowledge & Qualifications
* CIPD qualified or equivalent HR experience
* Strong understanding of employment law and HR best practice
* Proficient in using HR systems and general IT platforms
Skills & Competencies
* Excellent organisational and administrative abilities
* Strong communicator and relationship-builder across all levels
* Confident advising senior managers
* Diplomatic, empathetic and trustworthy
* Analytical with good attention to detail
* Able to handle sensitive situations with professionalism
* Self-motivated, proactive and able to manage competing priorities
* Comfortable presenting and facilitating training sessions
Experience
* Previous experience in a similar HR advisory role
* Experience in the third sector or hospitality/retail sector is a plus
* Practical experience delivering training or workshops
Personal Attributes
* Respect for confidentiality and professional boundaries
* Approachable, tactful and supportive
* Honest, reliable and calm under pressure
* Collaborative, values team success and individual contributions
Working Environment & Flexibility
* Hybrid working with occasional travel between sites
* Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle required
* Comfortable working in open-plan and hot desk environments
* Flexibility to work occasional evenings or weekends when needed
* Willingness to undertake training and continuous development
If you match the above and are interested in discussing in more detail please contact Lyndsey at Global Highland
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