HR Advisor

  • ALF Recruit
  • Ramsbottom, Lancashire
  • Mar 26, 2026
Contractor HR / Recruitment

Job Description

An established and award-winning organisation is seeking a confident and people-focused HR Advisor to join their team on a maternity cover contract. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced HR professional to play a key role in delivering high-quality HR support while helping to maintain a positive and collaborative workplace culture.

Working as part of a supportive HR team, you will provide expert guidance across the full employee lifecycle, acting as a trusted partner to managers and employees alike. The role also includes the opportunity to lead and develop two HR team members, contributing to a high-performing and engaged HR function.

What s on Offer

  • Salary of £36,000 £38,000 per annum
  • 35-hour working week (Monday Friday)
  • Hybrid working with up to 2 days working from home after probation
  • Opportunity to join a supportive and people-focused organisation where HR plays a key role in shaping culture and employee experience

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide timely, pragmatic HR advice across areas including employee relations, performance management, wellbeing and HR policy
  • Support the delivery of people initiatives such as engagement, wellbeing, reward and recognition programmes
  • Produce meaningful HR reports and insights to support senior leadership decision-making
  • Ensure HR processes are applied consistently while delivering a positive employee experience
  • Support managers and the wider HR team across elements of the recruitment lifecycle

  • Lead, coach and support two team members within the HR function
  • Conduct regular 1:1 meetings focusing on objectives, development and wellbeing
  • Identify skills gaps and support succession planning alongside the HR Manager
  • Encourage a collaborative and high-performing team environment

About You

  • CIPD Level 5 qualified (Level 7 desirable)
  • Strong HR generalist experience including employee relations, wellbeing, benefits and employment law
  • Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
  • Proactive, organised and able to manage multiple priorities with strong attention to detail

If you re an experienced HR professional looking for a varied role where you can make a real impact, we d love to hear from you.