At a Glance
- Tasks: Support managers and employees with HR matters, enhancing the employee experience.
- Company: Join YMCA Brunel Group, a supportive and inclusive organisation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible hours, and generous holiday allowance.
- Other info: Opportunity for career growth in a dynamic and collaborative environment.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while developing your HR skills.
- Qualifications: CIPD Level 5 or significant practical HR experience required.
The predicted salary is between 34000 - 34000 £ per year.
Job Overview We are seeking an experienced and dedicated HR Advisor to join our People Team to provide professional, practical and proactive people support across YMCA Brunel Group.
The postholder will act as the first point of contact for operational HR matters, supporting managers through the employee lifecycle whilst contributing to People projects, compliance activities and continuous improvement initiatives.
The role will strengthen the organisation's people capability, improve employee experience and support the delivery of strategic People objectives.
The Candidate The successful candidate will be an experienced HR professional with strong employee relations knowledge and a passion for delivering excellent people services.
Ideally, you will hold a CIPD Level 5 qualification or be working towards this qualification, although candidates with significant practical HR experience will also be considered.
Duties and Responsibilities Employee Relations Manage employee relations cases including disciplinary, grievance, capability, probation, absence and flexible working matters.
Support managers through investigations and help them prepare comprehensive investigation reports.
Support managers through formal HR processes and meetings.
Provide advice and guidance in line with employment legislation and organisational policy.
Prepare HR correspondence and maintain case documentation.
Manager Support Provide first-line HR advice to managers and employees.
Coach and support managers in applying policies and procedures consistently.
Assist managers with performance management and absence management processes.
Support managers with probationary reviews and employee development discussions.
Compliance and HR Operations Maintain accurate employee records and documentation.
Projects and Continuous Improvement Support the People Team with implementation of HR and recruitment systems.
Assist with policy reviews and development of guidance documents and procedures.
Support learning and development activities.
Help to identify opportunities to improve People processes and procedures.
Promote equality, diversity, inclusion and wellbeing throughout the organisation.
Comply with all YMCA Brunel Group policies, procedures and legislative requirements.
Undertake any other duties appropriate to the role as requested by the Head of HR & People Main terms of employment Salary £34,000 Location International House, Bath Hours 37.5 per week (Open to 4 days for the right candidate) Contract Permanent Holiday 5 weeks per year plus bank holidays How to apply To apply please provide a copy of your CV , alongside a covering letter of no more than 2 pages outlining how you meet the essential criteria.
Closing Date Monday 3rd August 2026 Interviews w/c 10th August - To include interview & Task
- Job
- Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £34,000.00 per year Application question(s): Do you hold a Level 5 Associate CIPD or Level 3 with a minimum of 2 years experience?
Locations
HR Advisor - Fulltime - Permanent in Bath, Somerset employer: YMCA Brunel Group
At YMCA Brunel Group, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that fosters a supportive and inclusive work culture. Our Housing Support Workers play a vital role in empowering young people to achieve independence, and we offer comprehensive training, flexible working arrangements, and generous annual leave to ensure our staff feel valued and motivated. Located in Yeovil, Somerset, our team is dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the community, providing opportunities for personal and professional growth while working collaboratively to improve the lives of those we serve.
