Hr Advisor

  • Dickson O'Brien
  • Prescot, Merseyside
  • Mar 21, 2026
Full time HR / Recruitment

Job Description

HR Officer

We are currently partnering with a well-established organisation to recruit an experienced HR Officer to join their growing HR team. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment,

The Role

Reporting into the Group HR Manager, you will play a pivotal role in delivering a professional and proactive HR service across the business. You will provide expert guidance on HR policies and procedures, support employee relations matters, and ensure compliance with employment legislation.

This is a varied and hands-on position where you will build strong relationships with stakeholders and support employees with both welfare and employment-related matters.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide expert HR advice and guidance to managers and employees across the business

  • Support and manage employee relations cases including absence, disciplinary and grievance procedures

  • Maintain accurate and legally compliant HR records and databases

  • Liaise with payroll to ensure accurate processing of starters, leavers, and contract changes

  • Monitor and report on HR metrics including absence and turnover

  • Produce monthly and ad-hoc HR reports for senior leadership

  • Support recruitment activities including screening candidates and coordinating interviews

  • Assist with onboarding and employee lifecycle processes

  • Provide guidance on employee benefits including pensions and healthcare schemes

  • Support HR projects and initiatives to drive engagement and promote company values

The Candidate

  • Proven experience in a similar HR Officer or HR Advisory role

  • Strong knowledge of UK employment legislation

  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

  • Ability to influence and support senior managers

  • Highly organised with strong administrative capabilities

  • Proactive, solutions-focused, and able to work in a fast-paced environment

  • Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel nationwide, including overnight stays when required