Job Description:

Anderson Knight are delighted to be partnering with a well-established organisation to recruit a Senior HR Adviser to join their growing HR team.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced HR professional looking to take ownership of a varied and busy generalist remit, while working closely with senior leaders to support the delivery of key people initiatives. This a highly visible role with genuine opportunity to influence decision-making and shape the employee experience.

The successful candidate will act as a trusted adviser to managers across the business, providing expert guidance on a wide range of people matters while helping to drive a positive, high-performing culture.

The Opportunity

This role blends operational HR support with project-based and strategic activity, providing exposure to all aspects of the employee lifecycle. You'll have the autonomy to build strong stakeholder relationships, identify areas for improvement and contribute to the ongoing development of the people function.

The organisation is looking for someone who is comfortable handling complex employee relations matters, enjoys coaching managers and can balance a hands-on approach with a broader commercial perspective.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the first point of contact for managers on a wide range of HR and employee relations matters.
• Provide advice and guidance on disciplinary, grievance, performance, capability, absence management and family-friendly policies.
• Lead investigations and support managers through formal HR processes, ensuring best practice and compliance with employment legislation.
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders across the business, influencing and supporting people-focused decision making.
• Coach and develop managers to strengthen leadership capability and confidence.
• Support recruitment activity, including workforce planning, selection processes and onboarding.
• Assist with talent management, succession planning and retention initiatives.
• Contribute to the review and enhancement of HR policies, procedures and employee communications.
• Analyse HR metrics and people data, identifying trends and recommending solutions.
• Support organisational change projects and wider people initiatives.
• Collaborate with colleagues across the HR function to deliver an excellent employee experience.

About You

We're keen to hear from individuals who can demonstrate:

• Significant experience in a generalist HR role, ideally at HR Adviser 
• Strong employee relations experience and confidence managing complex and sensitive cases.
• A sound understanding of UK employment legislation and HR best practice.
• Experience partnering with managers across operational or fast-paced business environments.
• Excellent communication, influencing and relationship-building skills.
• A proactive, resilient and pragmatic approach to problem solving.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Experience using HR systems and producing management information and reports.
• CIPD qualification, or working towards qualification, would be advantageous.

What's on Offer

• Permanent, full-time opportunity within a stable and growing organisation.
• Exposure to a broad and varied HR remit with opportunities to contribute to strategic projects.
• A supportive and collaborative HR team environment.
• The chance to play a key role during an exciting period of organisational development.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Excellent work-life balance, including a half-day finish every Friday.
• Genuine opportunities for professional growth and career progression.