HR Advisor in London

**HR Advisor – Part-time (1-2 days per week) – London (hybrid)**

Please note: For this role we will consider a day rate contractor, or a permanent employee on a part-time basis.

We are seeking a proactive and people-focused Part-Time HR Advisor to support a growing organisation across key areas of the employee lifecycle, with a particular focus on employee onboarding, employee relations and day-to-day HR support.

The role will act as a trusted point of contact for employees and managers, ensuring that new starters have a positive and well-organised introduction to the business while providing practical HR guidance on employee-related matters.

This is an ideal opportunity for an HR professional who enjoys working across a broad range of HR activities and is comfortable operating in a hands-on environment.

Key Responsibilities

Employee Onboarding

• Coordinate and manage the end-to-end onboarding process for new employees.
• Ensure all pre-employment checks, documentation and HR records are completed accurately and on time.
• Prepare contracts, new starter documentation and onboarding information.
• Liaise with relevant internal teams to ensure new starters have the equipment, systems, access and information required.
• Coordinate induction activities and support managers with onboarding plans.
• Act as a key point of contact for new employees during their initial period with the organisation.
• Gather feedback from new starters and identify opportunities to improve the onboarding experience.

Employee Relations

• Provide day-to-day HR advice and support to employees and managers.
• Support managers with employee relations matters, including performance, attendance, conduct, capability and absence.
• Assist with disciplinary, grievance and performance management processes in line with company policies and employment legislation.
• Support managers in preparing for and conducting employee meetings where appropriate.
• Maintain accurate and confidential records relating to employee relations cases.
• Escalate complex or high-risk employee relations matters where appropriate.
• Promote a fair, consistent and professional approach to people management.

General HR Support

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records and HR systems.
• Support the development, implementation and review of HR policies and procedures.
• Assist with employee lifecycle activities including probation reviews, changes to employment, promotions and exits.
• Support HR reporting and provide relevant employee data and information to management.
• Ensure HR processes are carried out consistently and in accordance with company policies and relevant employment legislation.
• Provide general HR guidance to employees and managers.
• Contribute to wider HR projects and initiatives as required.

Key skills and experience:

• Previous experience working in an HR generalist, HR Advisor, HR Officer or similar role.
• Practical experience of employee onboarding and the wider employee lifecycle.
• Experience supporting employee relations matters.
• Good understanding of UK employment legislation and HR best practice.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information professionally.
• Excellent organisation and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities.
• A pragmatic, approachable and solutions-focused approach.

Desirable skills and experience:

• CIPD qualification or working towards a CIPD qualification.
• Experience supporting managers with performance management, absence, disciplinary and grievance processes.
• Experience using HRIS / HR systems.
• Experience developing or improving HR processes and policies.

Key Competencies

People-focused: Approachable and able to build positive relationships with employees and managers.

Communication: Able to communicate HR information clearly and confidently at all levels.

Confidentiality & integrity: Demonstrates discretion and professionalism when handling sensitive employee information.

Organisation: Able to manage multiple HR activities and deadlines effectively.

Problem solving: Takes a practical and balanced approach to resolving HR issues.

Attention to detail: Ensures HR documentation, records and processes are accurate and compliant.

Commercial awareness: Understands the needs of the business and provides practical HR support aligned with organisational objectives.