Job title: Senior HR Advisor
Location: London
Contract: Full time, permanent.
Days/Hours: Monday to Friday, 9.30am to 5:30pm with 1 hour for lunch
Reports to: Chief People Officer

We are looking for an experienced Senior HR Advisor to join our team.

General Overview:
As a Senior HR Advisor, you will be a key partner in shaping and executing the HR strategy in collaboration with the Chief People Officer. Your role involves providing expert guidance on a wide range of HR matters, ensuring that HR operations are aligned with business goals. You will handle complex HR issues, lead senior-level HR initiatives, and play a crucial role in fostering an inclusive and high-performing organisational culture.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:
Strategic HR Planning and Implementation
· Collaborate with the Chief People Officer to develop and drive HR strategies that align with the company’s objectives and vision.
· Lead workforce planning efforts to ensure both current and future staffing needs are met with a strategic focus.
· Refine and optimise HR policies and procedures to improve efficiency, effectiveness, and compliance.

Recruitment and Talent Management
· Oversee the full-cycle recruitment process, ensuring the organisation attracts, hires, and retains high-calibre talent.
· Design and implement talent management strategies, including succession planning and career development frameworks.
· Provide expert input on senior-level recruitment and hiring decisions.

Employee Relations and Engagement
· Serve as the primary contact for complex employee relations matters, advising managers on conflict resolution, grievances, and disciplinary processes.
· Drive employee engagement programs that enhance workplace morale and promote well-being.

Performance Management and Development
· Oversee performance management systems to ensure alignment with business objectives.
· Guide managers on setting performance goals, conducting reviews, and addressing underperformance effectively.
· Identify organisational training needs and implement targeted learning and development programs.

Compliance and Risk Management
· Ensure all HR policies and practices comply with UK employment law, regulations, and HR best practices.
· Conduct regular HR audits to identify risks and maintain legal and ethical standards in all HR operations.
· Oversee the management of employee records, ensuring confidentiality and adherence to data protection laws.

Advisory and Support
· Provide expert HR advice to senior management on complex issues such as organisational restructures, redundancies, and change management.
· Partner with department heads to support HR initiatives and resolve HR-related challenges.
· Mentor and develop HR Officers, enhancing their skills and fostering professional growth.
Policy Development and Implementation
· Lead the development and regular review of HR policies to ensure alignment with organisational goals and legal requirements.
· Ensure policies remain up-to-date with evolving legislation and industry standards.

Requirements and Skills:
Experience:
· Minimum of 4-5 years of progressive HR experience, with at least 2 years in an advisory capacity.

Education:
· Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
· CIPD Level 5 or above is essential.

Skills:
· Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practices.
· Strategic thinker with the ability to align HR functions with business goals.
· Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, capable of building strong relationships across all levels of the organisation.
· Proven ability to handle complex employee relations matters and provide sound, balanced advice.
· Leadership skills with a demonstrated ability to mentor and develop junior HR team members.
· Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a high standard of work.