Senior HR Advisor

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Senior HR Advisor
Location: Herefordshire (Hybrid – office, on-site & home working)
Salary: £36,000 - £48,000
Benefits: 26–31 days annual leave + bank holidays, pension, flexible working, retail discounts
Our client, a leading organisation supporting the education sector, is hiring a Senior HR Advisor to deliver high-impact, hands-on HR support across business units.
This is a visible, on-the-ground role — ideal for someone who thrives in dynamic environments and enjoys building trusted relationships face-to-face.
What you’ll do
Manage complex employee relations casework including disciplinary, grievance, capability, absence, redundancy and TUPE
Act as a trusted advisor to headteachers, governors and senior leaders, often on-site in high-pressure situations
Lead formal processes, including acting as investigating officer and producing detailed reports
Provide expert guidance on employment law, policies and public sector-specific frameworks
Support organisational change, consultations and trade union engagement
Develop and review HR policies and procedures
Design and deliver HR training to education settings
Build strong stakeholder relationships to support service delivery and future growth
You’ll work closely with senior leadership teams and internal HR colleagues to deliver pragmatic, solution-focused outcomes.
What we’re looking for
Significant experience managing complex HR casework end-to-end
Strong knowledge of UK employment law and its practical application
Confidence influencing and advising senior stakeholders
Experience in unionised environments and consultation processes
Excellent communication and report writing skills
A calm, professional and decisive approach under pressure
A flexible, solutions-focused mindset
Experience within public sector or knowledge of frameworks such as Burgundy Book, Green Book or STPCD is highly desirable.
Why join?
A varied, high-impact role supporting senior leaders
A collaborative and supportive HR team environment
Flexible working with a balance of on-site and home working
Strong benefits package including enhanced annual leave and pension
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Location:
Hereford, ENG, GB
Salary:
£36,000 - £40,000 /annum
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Other

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