HR Advisor

Manchester Permanent View Job Description
HR Advisor role supporting four Northern UK offices, providing generalist HR guidance across employee relations, performance, and engagement. It offers hybrid working, regional travel, and the chance to influence people practices in a growing professional services firm.
  • High-impact regional HR role with real autonomy
  • Flexible hybrid working and guaranteed bonus

About Our Client

A well-established professional services firm with a strong UK presence and a growing regional footprint. Known for its collaborative culture and commitment to employee development, the firm offers market-leading accountancy, advisory, and tax services across a range of sectors. With a focus on organic growth and innovation, it has expanded significantly in recent years and continues to invest in its people, systems, and workplace initiatives.

Job Description

You will:

  • Provide generalist HR support across four Northern UK offices
  • Advise on employee relations, performance, sickness, and return-to-work cases
  • Coach managers on fair and effective people practices
  • Lead and support regional HR initiatives and projects
  • Collaborate with Talent Management Leads and HR colleagues
  • Analyse and present people data (e.g., MI reports, engagement surveys)
  • Mentor and support the HR administration team
  • Contribute to process improvements and cross-team collaboration

The Successful Applicant

The successful HR Advisor should have:

  • Proven experience managing employee relations and coaching line managers
  • Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build trust and influence stakeholders
  • Confidence in handling sensitive HR matters with discretion and professionalism
  • Analytical ability to interpret people data and present insights clearly
  • A collaborative mindset and ability to work across teams and locations
  • Solid understanding of HR processes, policies, and systems
  • CIPD Level 5 qualification or equivalent experience
  • Adaptability and initiative in a fast-growing, change-driven environment

What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary up to £42,000
  • Guaranteed annual bonus (paid in December)
  • 25 days holiday with buy/sell options
  • Matched pension contributions
  • Hybrid working model (2 days in-office)
  • Flexible hours to support work-life balance
  • Study support for CIPD Level 7
  • Strong learning and development support
  • Opportunity to shape HR practices across a growing regional team

This HR Advisor role is an excellent opportunity for those seeking to enhance their career in human resources. Apply now to make a meaningful impact in the public sector.

Contact
Ben Pottas
Quote job ref
JN-102025-6862837
Phone number
+441512553765

Job summary

Job function
Human Resources
Subsector
HR Advisor
Sector
Business Services
Location
Manchester
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Ben Pottas
Consultant phone
+441512553765
Job reference
JN-102025-6862837