HR Advisor in Chorley

Overview

HR Advisor Chorley Head Office (Hybrid) 40 hours per week £33,000 - £35,000 DOE

Are you a proactive and credible HR Advisor responsible for delivering high-quality people support across a fast-paced operational environment, with a strong focus on independently managing a broad range of complex employee relations cases efficiently, thoroughly, and in line with policy and employment legislation. If you identify with the above, this role was made for you!

At Glendale, we have a great new opportunity for a HR Advisor to bring strong practical experience in end-to-end case management, confidently handling disciplinary, grievance, absence, performance, and organisational change matters with minimal supervision. And most importantly, you will be joining a company that can offer valuable career prospects and believes in investing in its people.

The Company

Glendale, a family owned company since 1989, is a market-leading, technology-focused, respected, environmental services provider. At the forefront of green service provision in the UK, Glendale has revenues of over £65m and is proud to say we have been awarded the 2025 Pro Landscape Business Awards Supreme Winner and the BALI Employer Excellence Award Winner for 2025. Activities throughout the UK include grounds management, arboriculture, landscaping, estate management, vegetation control, woodland management, supply and relocation of plants and semi-mature trees, winter services and the management of sports facilities. Committed to the environment, Glendale is a Carbon Neutral business that seeks to improve the environment through our activities and go above and beyond to ensure that the planet is not adversely affected by our business.

The Role / The Person

The role acts as a trusted partner to managers, providing responsive and accessible guidance while balancing pace with attention to detail and risk management. The HR Advisor will bring strong practical experience in end-to-end case management, confidently handling disciplinary, grievance, absence, performance, and organisational change matters with minimal supervision. They will build management capability through effective coaching, challenge, and upskilling, empowering leaders to confidently manage people matters, improve performance, and create positive employee experiences. The role requires resilience, sound judgement, strong stakeholder management, and the ability to prioritise competing demands while maintaining high standards of service, professionalism, and consistency.

Case Management & Advisory

• Manage a varied, high-volume caseload from end to end, including disciplinaries, grievances, performance management, and long/short-term sickness absence.
• Support and advise managers on conducting thorough, objective, and timely investigations.
• Prepare and advise line managers to ensure they are clear on how to conduct meetings, including advice on meeting preparation and how meetings should be chaired and concluded.

Management Coaching & Capability

• Coach, train, and build the confidence of line managers to handle both informal & formal ER issues independently and effectively.
• Produce and deliver management development training.

Policy & Data Insights

• Analyse data and case metrics to identify workplace trends, advising senior leadership on proactive interventions.
• Assist in the review, development, and implementation of HR policies to reflect organisational growth and evolving employment legislation.
• Accurately maintain ER case tracking and document systems (e.g., HRIS, case trackers) in line with data privacy standards.

Qualifications & Competencies

• Proven track record in an HR or Employee Relations advisory role, with direct experience managing complex casework.
• Sound, up-to-date working knowledge of UK employment law and ACAS best practices.
• CIPD Level 5 or 7 qualification (or relevant equivalent degree).
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Ability to remain objective, calm under pressure, and handle sensitive data with confidentiality.

What Glendale Can Offer

• Competitive salary
• Possible performance related bonus
• Incremental annual leave
• Free gym membership for you and a nominated person, depending on location
• Employee health cash plan
• Pension scheme
• Company sick pay
• Genuine career progression
• Training and development opportunities

We are proud to be Equal Opportunity employers and are committed to inclusion and diversity. If you are interested in applying for this role, we suggest that you do so at the earliest opportunity to avoid disappointment as interviews will be held throughout the process. Please note that if you have not received correspondence within 21 days then please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.