Senior HR Adviser

Anderson Knight Recruitment

  • Edinburgh
  • £40,000-45,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 8 days ago
We are seeking an experienced and proactive Senior HR Adviser to join our clients HR team. In this pivotal role, you will provide high-level advice, guidance, and support to managers and employees across the organisation. You'll be a trusted partner, ensuring people policies and practices are applied consistently while driving initiatives that support organisational goals and enhance the employee experience. This role offers hybrid working-combining office and home-based work-with travel required to attend meetings, training sessions, and support teams across different locations.Key Responsibilities
  • Provide expert HR advice to managers and employees on employee relations, performance management, absence, and organisational change.
  • Lead and manage complex employee relations cases from start to resolution, ensuring compliance with employment law and company policy.
  • Support workforce planning, recruitment strategies, and talent development initiatives.
  • Partner with managers to implement effective people management practices and foster a positive workplace culture.
  • Contribute to HR policy development, review, and implementation.
  • Analyse HR data to identify trends and recommend proactive solutions.
  • Deliver training and briefings to managers on HR policies, processes, and best practice.
  • Travel to different sites as needed to provide on-the-ground support.
About You
  • CIPD Level 5 qualification (or equivalent experience) - Level 7 desirable.
  • Significant HR advisory experience in a complex or multi-site environment.
  • In-depth knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice.
  • Strong case management skills, with a track record of handling complex employee relations issues.
  • Excellent communication, influencing, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on delivery.
  • Flexible approach, with the ability to travel when required.
  • Driving Licence required
What We Offer
  • Hybrid working model
  • Excellent Benefits
  • A supportive team culture where your contribution will have real impact.

Anderson Knight Recruitment