Senior HR Advisor

Senior HR Advisor

Full-Time 30000 - 32000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
DMS

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Support HR Director, manage payroll, and drive employee engagement initiatives.
  • Company: DMS, a people-first agency in film and media with a global presence.
  • Benefits: Hands-on role with opportunities for growth in a dynamic environment.
  • Other info: On-site position in London Bridge with a focus on media and entertainment.
  • Why this job: Join a creative team and make a real impact on employee wellbeing and engagement.
  • Qualifications: 2+ years as an HR Advisor, strong UK Employment Law knowledge, and excellent communication skills.

The predicted salary is between 30000 - 32000 £ per year.

Company Overview
DMS is a people‑first agency focused on film and media, headquartered in London with offices in Los Angeles and Sydney.

THE ROLE
DMS is looking for a Senior HR Advisor to join us in a hands‑on operational role. The role will support the HR Director to deliver the People Plan and support the team in a varied role that will encompass everything from payroll processing, organisational design, health and wellbeing initiatives, reviewing/updating/writing policies and procedures, employee engagement and onboarding. You will be key to delivering front line support and ensuring that a top level of service is always delivered. The role will be hands‑on where a number of administrative duties that come with running an efficient and compliant HR service will form a core part of the role. You will manage the day to day HR function as well as deliver projects and initiatives in line with the People Plan. This is an on‑site position based in London Bridge.

Responsibilities

  • Support the HR Director in delivering the People Plan.
  • Process payroll and manage related administrative duties.
  • Implement organisational design initiatives.
  • Lead health and wellbeing initiatives.
  • Review, update, and write HR policies and procedures.
  • Drive employee engagement and onboarding.
  • Provide front‑line HR support to staff.
  • Manage day‑to‑day HR functions and deliver projects aligned with the People Plan.

Requirements

  • Experienced HR generalist with at least 2 years in an HR Advisor role.
  • Intermediate to strong understanding of UK Employment Law.
  • Experience running Employee Relations cases.
  • High proficiency in Excel and Word.
  • Confident and able communicator from junior to C‑Suite.
  • Solid understanding of HRIS.
  • Enjoy working in a high‑paced, multi‑tasking environment.
  • Ideally with a background in Media/Entertainment.

Senior HR Advisor employer: DMS

DMS is an exceptional employer that prioritises its people, offering a vibrant work culture in the heart of London. With a strong focus on employee growth and wellbeing, team members benefit from hands-on operational roles that foster professional development and engagement. The company's commitment to delivering a top-level HR service ensures that employees feel supported and valued, making it a rewarding place to build a career in the dynamic film and media industry.

DMS

Contact Details:

DMS Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Senior HR Advisor

HR Generalist Experience
Payroll Processing
Organisational Design
Health and Wellbeing Initiatives
Policy Writing and Review
Employee Engagement
Onboarding