HR Advisor

Description:

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a confident and pragmatic HR generalist to join a dynamic and fast-moving organisation in a highly varied role with genuine impact.

This position is primarily site-based in Wellingborough, with the flexibility to work remotely one day every fortnight.

Reporting to the HR Manager, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the day-to-day operational delivery of HR. This position will enable the HR Manager to focus on more strategic priorities while you take ownership of a broad range of HR activities. You will be part of a close-knit team of four, gaining exposure across the full employee lifecycle.

The business operates within a specialist service-led environment, supporting a diverse client base including organisations within the insurance sector. With multiple business entities under one group structure, the workforce consists of approximately 460 employees, including c.80 based on-site in Wellingborough, alongside a wider remote population including technical and field-based specialists.

Key Responsibilities

Managing a high-volume and varied employee relations caseload, including:

Disciplinary matters
Grievances
Performance management
Capability cases
Mental health-related employee relations issues
Providing clear, pragmatic, and commercially focused HR guidance to managers across the organisation

Supporting a significant volume of flexible working requests

Assisting with HR reporting, analytics, and data insights (with scope for further development in this area)

Contributing to and supporting HR projects, with increasing involvement over time

Building strong and effective working relationships with both on-site and remote teams

About You

Demonstrated experience in a generalist HR Advisor role
Strong background in employee relations, with the confidence to manage complex cases
CIPD Level 5 qualified (or working towards as a minimum)
Capable of managing a diverse and sometimes sensitive caseload independently
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
A proactive, hands-on approach, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
Comfortable engaging with both office-based and remote colleagues

Working Pattern & Benefits

Full-time, permanent opportunity
Core working hours within an 8:00am - 6:00pm window
Competitive salary of £38,000 - £42,000 DOE
Opportunity to shape and influence HR processes as the function continues to evolve
Supportive and collaborative team culture

About Us

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options.

We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Nicholas Associates Group of companies