HR Advisor

  • Benjamin Edwards
  • Lincoln, Lincolnshire
  • May 22, 2026
Contractor Accounting

Job Description

HR Advisor

Location: Lincoln, Hybrid

Salary: Up to £35,000 (pro rata)

Vacancy Type: Six Month Fixed Term Contract

Benjamin Edwards are recruiting for an immediately available HR Advisor on behalf of a well-established and highly respected organisation with a strong community presence across Lincolnshire.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a busy and supportive People team on a 6-month fixed-term contract, supporting the business through a varied and fast-paced HR workload.

You ll join a collaborative and supportive People team where no two days are the same. The role offers a varied workload, exposure to a broad range of HR matters, and the opportunity to contribute to wider people initiatives and organisational projects.

What s on Offer to the HR Advisor

  • 30 days annual leave including BH (Pro rata)
  • Company discounts
  • Enhanced Pension
  • Supportive and collaborative working environment
  • Exposure to a broad and varied HR remit

The Role of the HR Advisor

As HR Advisor, you ll act as a trusted partner to managers and colleagues across the business, providing practical and commercially focused HR guidance. You ll play a key role in supporting employee wellbeing, ensuring fair and consistent people practices, and helping managers navigate a range of ER matters confidently.

Key responsibilities will include:

  • Advising managers on employee relations matters including absence, disciplinary, grievance, probation and performance issues
  • Supporting investigations, hearings and formal meetings
  • Coaching line managers to strengthen people management capability
  • Managing occupational health referrals and supporting employee wellbeing initiatives
  • Assisting with organisational change projects including restructures and TUPE activity
  • Supporting flexible working requests and HR policy application
  • Maintaining accurate employee records and ensuring GDPR compliance
  • Building strong working relationships across the wider business and People function

The ideal candidate for the HR Advisor

We re looking for an HR professional who is confident, approachable and solutions-focused, with previous experience in a busy advisory role.

You will ideally have:

  • Previous HR Advisory or Employee Relations experience
  • Up-to-date knowledge of employment law and HR best practice
  • CIPD qualification or working towards accreditation
  • Strong communication and relationship-building skills
  • The ability to manage sensitive situations with professionalism and empathy
  • Excellent organisation skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities

To Apply

If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Benjamin Edwards Ltd, please do not hesitate to apply.