HR Advisor

HR Advisor

Location: Bury (Hybrid working available)

Salary: £35,000 – £40,000 + benefits

About the Company

Our client is a well-established and growing HR consultancy based in Bury, supporting a diverse portfolio of SMEs across multiple sectors. Known for their pragmatic, commercially focused approach, they partner closely with clients to deliver high-quality HR and employment law solutions.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a collaborative team where you’ll gain exposure to a wide variety of industries and complex HR challenges.

About the Role

As an HR Advisor, you will play a key role in delivering both strategic and operational HR support to clients. Acting as a trusted advisor, you’ll coach managers and business owners through a wide range of people-related matters.

Key Responsibilities

Provide expert HR and employment law advice across

Disciplinary & grievance

Performance management

Sickness absence

Restructures and redundancies

Produce clear, step-by-step guidance alongside all required documentation

Manage employee relations cases end-to-end, including investigations and formal processes

Develop and review HR policies, procedures, and employee relations strategies

Support clients with improving people practices and operational efficiency

Coach and upskill managers to ensure best practice and minimise risk

Build strong relationships with clients and external stakeholders (e.g. ACAS, unions)

Stay up to date with evolving employment legislation

About You

You will be a confident and proactive HR professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced, client-facing environment.

Key requirements

CIPD Level 5 (minimum)

Strong, up-to-date knowledge of UK employment law

Proven experience in a generalist HR role with exposure to complex ER cases

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage a varied workload

Commercially minded with a pragmatic, solutions-focused approach

Ability to work independently while contributing to a team environment

What We’re Looking For

A passion for delivering outstanding client service

Confidence to influence and build relationships at all levels

Strong attention to detail and problem-solving ability

Ability to make sound decisions and know when to escalate

Adaptability and resilience in a dynamic environment

Why Apply?

Work for a reputable HR consultancy with a strong client base

Gain exposure to a wide range of industries and HR challenges

Join a supportive and collaborative team

Opportunity to develop your HR expertise and career