People Advisor in Liverpool

Do you have strong people advisory skills, a proactive approach to problem-solving, and a passion for supporting managers and colleagues? We’re looking for a People Advisor to join our team on a 12-month fixed-term contract and play a key role in delivering a professional, people-focused service across the organisation.

Working pattern

This role operates on a hybrid working pattern (3 days in the office and 2 days from home). The successful candidate will be required to work from our Liverpool city centre office on Mondays, our St Helens office on Tuesdays, and a third day at one of our other office locations, in line with business needs.

What you’ll be doing

• Managing a varied caseload of employee relations matters, providing expert advice to managers and colleagues.
• Supporting performance management processes, including capability, development plans and use of data and systems.
• Lead on attendance management, including absence monitoring, return-to-work meetings and long-term cases.
• Providing clear guidance on policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with employment legislation and best practice.
• Build strong relationships with managers, acting as a trusted point of contact for people-related advice and support.
• Working collaboratively with Housing, Assets and Corporate teams to deliver a consistent HR service.
• Supporting recruitment, retention, talent development and apprenticeship programmes across the organisation.
• Contributing to People Strategy delivery, corporate initiatives and transformation projects.
• Assisting in identifying learning needs and sourcing appropriate training solutions.
• Maintaining accurate, confidential records, ensuring data integrity and audit compliance.
• Working in partnership with trade unions to foster positive and productive relationships.
• Promoting value for money through efficient processes and effective use of systems.
• Ensure all activity aligned with health & safety, equality and safeguarding requirements.

What we’re looking for

• CIPD Level 5 (or working towards) or equivalent experience.
• Experience working in a People/HR advisory role, providing support across a range of employee relations matters.
• Strong knowledge of employment legislation and HR best practice.
• Experience supporting managers with performance management, absence and conduct issues.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships at all levels.
• Ability to manage a varied workload, prioritising effectively to meet deadlines.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail, with experience maintaining accurate records.
• Experience working collaboratively with stakeholders, including trade unions (desirable).
• Understanding of apprenticeship programmes and talent development (desirable).
• High levels of IT literacy and confidence using HR systems.
• A proactive, resilient and customer-focused approach.
• A commitment to health and safety, equality, and excellent service delivery.

Interview Process

Candidates will be invited to attend an interview, which will include a competency-based discussion exploring relevant experience, knowledge, and skills required for the role, as well as a scenario based assessment. Interviews will take place at our Liverpool City Centre Office, 7th and 8th July 2026.

Additional Information

Each successful applicant will be required to complete the following pre-employment checks prior to a start date being agreed:

• Right to work verification
• Qualification certificate check (where applicable)
• Two completed references
• Occupational Health questionnaire – Fit for Work
• DBS check (if required for the role)
• Completion of all new starter documentation including signed terms and conditions

Please note, we reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive a sufficient number of applications.