HR Advisor

HR Advisor – Employee Relations

Location: Oxford or FarnhamContract: 3-month fixed-term contract, full-timeWorking pattern: Hybrid – 3 days in the office, 2 days from home, with flexible working options

We are recruiting on behalf of a client for an experienced HR Advisor with a strong Employee Relations (ER) background to join their team on a 3-month fixed-term contract.

The Role

This is an ER-focused position where you will provide expert, practical advice to managers on a range of complex employee relations matters. Responsibilities will include:

Managing end-to-end ER cases, including disciplinary, grievance, capability, performance and absence management

Supporting and conducting workplace investigations, including preparing documentation and advising on appropriate outcomes

Advising managers through formal meetings, hearings and appeals

Coaching managers to build confidence in handling challenging people matters and applying policies consistently

Providing guidance on flexible working requests and complex employee issues

Ensuring decisions and processes comply with UK employment legislation and internal HR policies

Identifying ER risks, promoting early resolution and recommending practical solutions

Reviewing ER trends and people data to identify recurring issues and opportunities for improvement

About You

The successful candidate will have:

Proven experience in an HR Advisor or similar role, with strong, hands-on employee relations experience

Experience managing complex disciplinary, grievance, capability and absence cases

Strong working knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice

Confidence advising, coaching and challenging managers at all levels

Experience supporting investigations, formal hearings and appeals

Excellent communication, influencing and problem-solving skills

The ability to manage a busy caseload, prioritise effectively and handle sensitive situations professionally

CIPD qualification to any level is essential

This is an excellent opportunity for a confident, solutions-focused HR professional who can hit the ground running and provide immediate support across a busy ER caseload