Contract: Permanent Location: Reading (Central) 5 days per week onsite. Hybrid working will be considered after probationBeneftits: Competitive benefits structure including Pension, Annual Leave, Private Healthcare, Enhanced Fertility and Family friendly policies.Are you an experienced HR Generalist or HR Advisor looking for your next step in a people-centric, forward-thinking organisation? This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing HR function where your voice is valued, your expertise is recognised, and your professional development is genuinely supported.We are seeking a proactive and commercially minded HR Advisor to play a key role in shaping a positive people experience across the business. Working closely with senior HR leaders, you will act as a trusted partner to employees and managers, providing high-quality advice, guidance and solutions across the full spectrum of people matters.
About the Role
This role offers the chance to be part of a collaborative HR team that is passionate about empowering people and strengthening organisational culture. You will support and guide managers on all aspects of people management, contribute to key HR initiatives, and help drive continuous improvement across policies, processes and engagement.You will also have the opportunity to support wider strategic HR projects, giving you exposure to senior stakeholders and invaluable experience that will support your long-term career progression.
Key Responsibilities
Your role will include, but won't be limited to:
- Building strong, trusted relationships across all levels of the organisation.
- Providing clear, confident HR advice to managers and employees on a wide range of people-related matters.
- Managing day-to-day HR queries and guiding managers on best practice.
- Supporting senior HR leaders with employee relations cases, including disciplinary and grievance processes.
- Contributing to the development and updating of HR policies in line with current legislation.
- Supporting processes such as absence management, family-friendly policies, welfare and flexible working.
- Keeping the HRIS and employee data accurate and up to date.
- Coaching and supporting junior team members to build capability across the function.
- Supporting senior HR leaders on organisational change including restructures, reorganisations and culture initiatives.
- Collaborating with colleagues in L&D, Recruitment and People Development to ensure aligned people strategies.
- Analysing HR data and using insight to support decision-making and business performance.
Skills & Experience We're Looking For
- At least 4 years' experience in a generalist HR role (HR Advisor level or equivalent).
- CIPD Level 5 (or working toward it); Level 7 desirable.
- Strong knowledge of employment legislation and upcoming changes.
- Confident handling ER cases with sound judgement and a calm, measured approach.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence and build trust.
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to multitask in a fast-moving environment.
- High levels of integrity, professionalism and approachability.
- A positive, solutions-focused mindset with a passion for supporting an engaged and high-performing workforce.
What's in It for You
You'll be joining an organisation that puts people first. You can expect:
- A supportive, inclusive culture where your wellbeing and ideas matter.
- Genuine career progression opportunities and clear pathways for development.
- Ongoing learning, mentoring and access to senior HR leaders.
- A collaborative team environment where innovation is encouraged and celebrated.
- Competitive salary and a flexible benefits package.
- Hybrid working and flexibility to support work-life balance.
If you're an ambitious HR professional looking to take the next big step in your career-somewhere you can grow, make an impact and be part of a forward-thinking HR team-we'd love to hear from you.
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