HR Advisor or Senior Advisor in Brighton

Brighton / Hybrid (UK based working only) 12-month FTC Full time but will consider part-time. We are a global consultancy united by a strong set of values and a common purpose: to help build a more equitable and sustainable world for all. We do this by providing expert monitoring, evaluation, learning and strategy services that help organisations create positive lasting social, economic and environmental change. For 40 years, we have collaborated with governments, foundations, businesses and global alliances to generate the evidence needed to understand the impact of their work and improve their performance.

The HR team offers expertise and support throughout the entire employee lifecycle across various specialties, including Employee Relations, Recruitment, Learning and Development, Diversity and Inclusion, and Organisational Development. We work closely as an HR team of five to support our headcount of approx.

A Change Agent: We effectively enable change through people, culture, and systems, fostering an environment that adapts and thrives in the face of new challenges.

This is an exciting and varied opportunity for a true generalist looking to take on an important role in the business, contributing to key people initiatives and helping shape a positive employee experience. Working closely with the Head of HR and key stakeholders, you’ll provide pragmatic and effective HR advice, problem-solving and guidance across all people-related matters.

You’ll be a confident HR Advisor, able to pro-actively develop strong relationships and gain a deep understanding of organisational challenges. This hands-on role requires you to switch between operational and strategic priorities, balancing reactive needs with proactive planning to support short, medium, and long-term business objectives.

• Ensure accuracy, compliance, and timely processing of payroll data.
• Manage annual third-party benefit reviews and information.
• Design and deliver onboarding, training, guidance, tools and development sessions.
• Facilitate workshops and engagement initiatives that promote teamwork, inclusion and growth.
• Inclusion & Neurodiversity Support.
• Collaborate with stakeholders and networks to ensure accessible and equitable work environments.

Change Management & Projects: Work collaboratively with the Head of HR on cross-functional projects. You are an experienced all-rounder and true HR generalist. You’re comfortable managing a varied workload and shifting between strategic and operational priorities. You know when to ask for support and when to flag potential issues, and you bring a pragmatic, best-fit approach to HR.

You understand the payroll lifecycle and ideally have experience managing a payroll provider. You will be confident with HR systems (including BambooHR), and eager to promote and adopt the use of AI within the team. Your strengths lie in relationship building, communication, and influencing management to drive positive change, inclusive and commercial decisions.

• A matched company pension up to 5% with a wide range of fund options.
• 26 days holiday per year, plus 3 flexible days and the option to purchase another 5 days, flexible bank holidays (you can take these whenever you wish) and the opportunity to buy holiday.
• You will need to be in the office for two days a week.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Offers up to 20% discount at over 100 UK retailers. There are savings on gym memberships, holidays, restaurants, cinemas, and an average of 5% discount on supermarkets - giving you the option to take advantage of the benefits which are most impactful for you.
• Discretionary bonus scheme.

We are committed to equality and inclusion to empower people both within our organisation and through our work. We know that employees with diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences make us a more effective and innovative company and we therefore welcome and encourage applications from interested candidates regardless of age, sex, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, race, religion, or belief.