Senior Hr Advisor

Senior HR Advisor (Part-Time) Location: Peterborough / UK Hours: 22.5 hours per week (flexible working pattern) Salary: £34,000 – £35,000 (pro rata) Contract: Permanent We are recruiting for an experienced Senior HR Advisor to support the delivery of a high-quality, compliant, and people-focused HR service across a growing organisation. This is a part-time, permanent opportunity ideal for an HR professional who enjoys variety, autonomy, and working closely with managers and employees on a wide range of HR matters. Reporting into the HR & Training Manager, you will provide proactive, confidential, and professional HR support, with a strong focus on employee relations, policy application, and continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities Employee Relations * Provide accurate advice to managers on HR policies, procedures, and employment legislation * Manage and support ER cases including absence, disciplinary, grievance, capability, and performance * Attend and support formal meetings, investigations, and hearings * Maintain accurate and compliant case documentation HR Administration & Compliance * Draft contracts, amendments, and HR correspondence * Ensure HR processes comply with legal, regulatory, and audit requirements Learning & Development * Identify training needs through performance reviews and ER activity * Support the coordination of training and development initiatives Policy & Process Improvement * Assist with reviewing and updating HR policies and procedures * Contribute to HR projects aimed at improving service delivery Performance & Engagement * Support performance management processes, probation reviews, and development plans * Assist with wellbeing and employee engagement initiatives Recruitment Support * Support recruitment campaigns including job descriptions and advertising * Participate in interviews and selection processes * Oversee onboarding and induction to ensure a positive candidate experience Skills & Experience Required * Previous experience in an HR Advisor or Senior HR Advisor role * Strong knowledge of employment law and HR best practice * Experience managing complex employee relations cases * Excellent communication, organisation, and problem-solving skills Qualifications * CIPD Level 5 (minimum) or equivalent HR qualification Working Pattern * 22.5 hours per week * Flexible options including 3 full days or 5 shorter days What’s on Offer * Competitive salary (£34,000–£35,000 pro rata) * Part-time, permanent role with flexible working * Company pension scheme * Private medical cover * Life assurance and wellbeing support * 23 days holiday plus bank holidays (pro rata, increasing with service) * Training, upskilling, and career development opportunities