HR Advisor (Recruitment Lead)

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Job Description We’re seeking an experienced HR professional, Senior HR Advisor / HR Partner/ Progressive HR Advisor to join a values-driven charity making a real difference to supporting vulnerable people across the South of England. About the roleAs a HR Lead Advisor, you’ll be the go-to expert for managers and staff alike, providing trusted advice, managing sensitive casework, and supporting the development of robust people practices. You’ll work closely with the HR Manager, contribute to strategic people initiatives, and play an active role in ensuring HR operations run efficiently, legally, and with a people-first mindset. Provide expert advice to managers on all HR matters. Lead on complex employee relations cases including disciplinaries, grievances, and long-term absence. Liaise with legal representatives on high risk or sensitive issues. Policy, Process & Compliance Maintain up-to-date knowledge of HR policies and employment legislation. Review, update, and improve policies alongside the HR Manager. Coaching, Training & Development Coach managers on policy, procedure, and effective people management. Support and deliver manager briefings and training. Identify learning needs relating to HR practice and employment law. Support TUPE activity and tender-related HR processes. Assist in driving organisational change, embedding effective HR protocols. Wellbeing & Benefits Systems, Data & Insight Lead the day-to-day maintenance of accurate HR system data. Produce and analyse HR reports, KPIs, and management information. Support managers to use data to drive decision-making and improve compliance. Line manages 2 HR Advisors and provides guidance on HR / ER matters. Work collaboratively on wider HR initiatives, projects, and strategic priorities. Deputise for the HR Manager when required. Broad HR experience, including proven expertise handling complex and high-risk ER cases. Experience managing and reporting on HR KPIs, metrics, and insights. Experience of line managing staff, ideally within an HR team. Confident in using HR systems and highly competent with IT tools. Skilled at balancing organisational priorities with individual needs, aligned to legislation and policy Financial & Lifestyle Benefits~ Pension with life cover~ Holiday – 25 days increasing 1 day per year to 30 days~ Cycle to work scheme~ Discounted shopping vouchers, days out, and holiday offers~ Recruitment referral scheme~“Confidential Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) with access to counselling Mental Health First Aid training and provision~ Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C’s, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk…

Posted: May 20th, 2026