HR Advisor

Job description

£37,000 FTE | Hybrid and Flexible Working | 6 Month FTC Immediate Start | Exeter

Company Overview:

This is an opportunity to join a values-led organisation with a strong people focus, committed to building an inclusive, collaborative and supportive working environment. Currently going through a period of positive change, the organisation is investing in its people practices, internal culture and operational effectiveness, making this an exciting time to come on board and make a real impact.

Role Overview:

We are looking for an experienced HR Advisor to join the People team on a 6-month fixed-term contract, starting as soon as possible. This is a varied and hands-on role, ideal for someone who enjoys balancing day-to-day HR advisory support with project work. You will work closely with managers across the organisation, providing practical and confident advice on employee relations matters while also helping to strengthen key people processes and initiatives.

Responsibilities of the HR Advisor:

• Provide expert HR advice and independently manage employee relations casework, including absence, performance, conduct and wellbeing matters
• Lead the delivery of a staff survey, supporting engagement and helping managers turn feedback into meaningful actions
• Review and improve onboarding, induction and offboarding processes, identifying practical opportunities for improvement
• Support wider People team priorities, including internal communications, learning and development activity, policy updates and HR reporting

Requirements of the HR Advisor:

• Previous experience working at HR Advisor level, with the confidence to operate autonomously
• Strong experience managing employee relations casework independently
• Good working knowledge of UK employment law and its practical application
• Ability to build credibility quickly and work effectively in a changing environment

Benefits:

• Salary of £37,000 FTE
• Hybrid and flexible working, with no more than one day per week in the office
• 6-month fixed-term contract with an immediate start available
• Opportunity to contribute to meaningful organisational change
• Varied role combining operational HR and project-based work
• Supportive and values-driven working environment

If you are a capable and proactive HR professional looking for a contract role where you can add value quickly, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to find out more about this opportunity.

Note on Sponsorship:

We regret to inform you that at this time, we are unable to offer sponsorship for work authorisation for this role. Therefore, candidates must possess valid authorisation to work in the UK without requiring visa sponsorship.

Recruitment Consultant: Charlotte Coke

Ref: 11202

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Exeter

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

01-05-2026

Profession type

Teaching / Instructors / Guides

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English