People & Culture Advisor (Employee Relations)

HR Officer - Permanent Opportunity Location: Oxford | Hybrid (3 days onsite) Salary: £32,000 – £37,000 (pro rata) Working pattern: Full-time or Part-time (30-36.5 hours) About the role An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly organised HR Officer to join a busy and collaborative professional services team within a leading academic environment in Oxford. Reporting to the HR Manager, you’ll work closely with colleagues to deliver a comprehensive and efficient HR service across a varied workforce. This is a generalist role offering exposure to the full employee lifecycle and the chance to further develop your HR career in a fast-paced and rewarding setting. Key responsibilities Acting as the first point of contact for HR queries, providing guidance to managers and staff Managing end-to-end recruitment processes, including advertising, shortlisting and onboarding Drafting contracts and offer letters for employees and casual workers Supporting payroll by processing monthly changes accurately and on time Maintaining HR records and systems, ensuring data accuracy and compliance Monitoring absence, probation periods, and fixed-term contracts Supporting visa administration in line with current regulations Delivering inductions for new starters Contributing to HR projects, process improvements, and staff initiatives About you CIPD Level 3 qualified (or working towards) Previous HR administration experience, including recruitment Good understanding of employment law and HR best practice Highly organised with excellent attention to detail Strong interpersonal and communication skills Customer-focused with a proactive approach Confident using MS Office and able to learn new systems Able to work independently and collaboratively Benefits Generous annual leave allowance Pension scheme Hybrid and flexible working options Excellent learning and development opportunities Access to a wide range of employee benefits and wellbeing support

HR Business Partner – 6 Month FTC Location: Remote Salary: £70,000 per annum We are partnering with a well-established organisation to recruit an experienced HR Business Partner on a 6-month fixed-term contract. This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially focused HR professional to operate at a strategic level, supporting senior leaders during a period of organisational change and transformation. The Role As a trusted partner to your client group, you will lead on the delivery of the people agenda, aligning HR strategy with wider business goals. Acting as the key interface between the business and HR specialist teams, you will provide insight, challenge and solutions to drive performance, engagement and organisational effectiveness. Key Responsibilities Act as a trusted advisor to Managers and Senior Leaders, championing the HR function Build strong relationships across the business, anticipating and addressing HR needs Lead on organisational design, restructures and Target Operating Model development Support and guide leaders through change initiatives, ensuring minimal disruption Analyse people data and produce insight-driven recommendations Drive employee engagement initiatives and monitor ER climate Support performance management and talent development strategies Coach and challenge leaders to embed culture and improve outcomes Contribute to wider HR strategy and continuous improvement initiatives Manage and process DSAR requests About You Proven experience operating at HR Business Partner level within complex environments Strong organisational design and change management experience Commercially astute with the ability to link people strategy to business outcomes Confident influencing and challenging senior stakeholders Experience working in unionised environments Resilient, adaptable and solutions-focused Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret data and generate insights Qualifications Graduate calibre (essential) CIPD qualification (desirable) Psychometric assessment qualifications (advantageous) If you're immediately available (or available at short notice) and looking for a high-impact, remote opportunity, we’d love to hear from you.

HR & Payroll Officer 📍 Redditch 💰 £30,000 per annum Working Pattern: Full-time | 40 hours per week (8:30am – 5:00pm) Office-based for the first 3 months Hybrid thereafter (1 day working from home) About the Company Our client is a well-established, independent provider of community healthcare services, operating across the Midlands and South Wales. With a workforce of approximately 800 employees, they are committed to delivering high-quality patient care, professional advice, and accessible health services within local communities. Due to continued growth, they are now seeking an experienced HR & Payroll Officer to join their busy and collaborative team. The Role This is a varied and hands-on position with a strong focus on Employee Relations (ER), alongside involvement in payroll and broader HR responsibilities. You will play a key role in supporting managers, resolving employee queries, and ensuring the smooth delivery of HR and payroll processes across the organisation. Key Responsibilities Provide day-to-day HR support across the business Manage and advise on a range of ER cases, including absence, disciplinaries, and grievances Coach and support line managers on HR policies and best practice Act as the first point of contact for employee queries Assist with payroll processing Maintain accurate HR and payroll records in line with compliance requirements Support HR projects and continuous process improvements Assist with organisational changes, including exposure to TUPE processes where applicable About You Essential: Proven experience in a generalist HR role Previous exposure to payroll processes (all levels considered) Strong, hands-on experience managing employee relations cases Confident advising and coaching managers Excellent communication and organisational skills Ability to manage a varied and fast-paced workload Desirable: Familiarity with TUPE processes CIPD Level 3+ (or working towards) Why Apply? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing healthcare organisation where you will gain exposure across both HR and payroll, working in a supportive and people-focused environment. They are looking for a proactive, approachable HR professional with strong ER experience, who enjoys supporting managers and being at the heart of a busy HR function.

Reed HR are currently working in partnership with a well-established organisation within the education sector to recruit an experienced HR Advisor. This is an excellent opportunity for a confident and knowledgeable HR professional to join a supportive and purpose-driven environment. On site role 5 days a week - 36 hours Monday to Friday The Role As an HR Advisor, you will play a key role in delivering a high-quality HR service to managers and staff. You will provide expert guidance across a range of employee relations matters and support the wider HR function in driving best practice. Key Responsibilities Provide advice and guidance on employee relations issues including disciplinaries, grievances, absence, and performance management Manage ER cases from end to end, ensuring compliance with employment legislation and organisational policies Support managers with HR queries and promote best practice across the organisation Assist with recruitment, onboarding and HR administration where required Contribute to HR projects and continuous improvement initiatives About You The successful candidate will demonstrate: CIPD Level 5 qualification (or currently working towards completion – essential) Previous experience in an HR Advisor role or similar A strong background within the education sector (essential) Up-to-date knowledge of UK employment law and HR practices The ability to manage a varied caseload independently Strong communication and stakeholder management skills What’s in it for you? The opportunity to work within a rewarding education environment A collaborative and supportive HR team Ongoing development and career progression opportunities

Reed HR are currently working in partnership with a well-established organisation within the education sector to recruit an experienced HR Advisor. This is an excellent opportunity for a confident and knowledgeable HR professional to join a supportive and purpose-driven environment. On site role 5 days a week - 36 hours Monday to Friday The Role As an HR Advisor, you will play a key role in delivering a high-quality HR service to managers and staff. You will provide expert guidance across a range of employee relations matters and support the wider HR function in driving best practice. Key Responsibilities Provide advice and guidance on employee relations issues including disciplinaries, grievances, absence, and performance management Manage ER cases from end to end, ensuring compliance with employment legislation and organisational policies Support managers with HR queries and promote best practice across the organisation Assist with recruitment, onboarding and HR administration where required Contribute to HR projects and continuous improvement initiatives About You The successful candidate will demonstrate: CIPD Level 5 qualification (or currently working towards completion – essential) Previous experience in an HR Advisor role or similar A strong background within the education sector (essential) Up-to-date knowledge of UK employment law and HR practices The ability to manage a varied caseload independently Strong communication and stakeholder management skills What’s in it for you? The opportunity to work within a rewarding education environment A collaborative and supportive HR team Ongoing development and career progression opportunities

Reed HR are currently working in partnership with a well-established organisation within the education sector to recruit an experienced HR Advisor. This is an excellent opportunity for a confident and knowledgeable HR professional to join a supportive and purpose-driven environment. On site role 5 days a week - 36 hours Monday to Friday The Role As an HR Advisor, you will play a key role in delivering a high-quality HR service to managers and staff. You will provide expert guidance across a range of employee relations matters and support the wider HR function in driving best practice. Key Responsibilities Provide advice and guidance on employee relations issues including disciplinaries, grievances, absence, and performance management Manage ER cases from end to end, ensuring compliance with employment legislation and organisational policies Support managers with HR queries and promote best practice across the organisation Assist with recruitment, onboarding and HR administration where required Contribute to HR projects and continuous improvement initiatives About You The successful candidate will demonstrate: CIPD Level 5 qualification (or currently working towards completion – essential) Previous experience in an HR Advisor role or similar A strong background within the education sector (essential) Up-to-date knowledge of UK employment law and HR practices The ability to manage a varied caseload independently Strong communication and stakeholder management skills What’s in it for you? The opportunity to work within a rewarding education environment A collaborative and supportive HR team Ongoing development and career progression opportunities

Reed HR are currently working in partnership with a well-established organisation within the education sector to recruit an experienced HR Advisor. This is an excellent opportunity for a confident and knowledgeable HR professional to join a supportive and purpose-driven environment. On site role 5 days a week - 36 hours Monday to Friday The Role As an HR Advisor, you will play a key role in delivering a high-quality HR service to managers and staff. You will provide expert guidance across a range of employee relations matters and support the wider HR function in driving best practice. Key Responsibilities Provide advice and guidance on employee relations issues including disciplinaries, grievances, absence, and performance management Manage ER cases from end to end, ensuring compliance with employment legislation and organisational policies Support managers with HR queries and promote best practice across the organisation Assist with recruitment, onboarding and HR administration where required Contribute to HR projects and continuous improvement initiatives About You The successful candidate will demonstrate: CIPD Level 5 qualification (or currently working towards completion – essential) Previous experience in an HR Advisor role or similar A strong background within the education sector (essential) Up-to-date knowledge of UK employment law and HR practices The ability to manage a varied caseload independently Strong communication and stakeholder management skills What’s in it for you? The opportunity to work within a rewarding education environment A collaborative and supportive HR team Ongoing development and career progression opportunities

Full job description Regional HR Manager (North) opportunity available working for a leading retail organisation. Reporting directly to the Senior HR Manager (UK), the HR Manager will partner with the Brand Leaders/ Regional Coaches/Regional Managers and area/district teams to deliver impactful people strategies that drive performance, engagement, and cultural alignment with both brand specific and wider Company goals. The role will also support with brand led people initiatives as appropriate. The role is field based requiring regular travel (60-70%) across all relevant brand sites, predominantly across Leeds and Manchester and the North. The role: HR Leadership & Business Partnership Provide customer-focused HR leadership and advice, acting as a trusted business partner to Brand Leaders, Regional Coaches and Operations Teams to support business strategy and brand-led people initiatives. Build strong, credible relationships with site managers, area operational teams, and support office colleagues, influencing business direction through effective HR initiatives. Maintain a consistent and structured presence across sites to ensure alignment between HR practices and operational needs. People Strategy & Projects Lead and deliver innovative and effective HR projects that support the business and brands goals while enhancing the employee experience. Drive continuous improvement in HR delivery, identifying opportunities in areas such as apprenticeship development, onboarding efficiency, and process automation. Talent Management & Workforce Planning Own the recruitment process for designated sites (with administrative support), ensuring a seamless candidate experience and strong hiring outcomes. Support managers in recruitment best practices, workforce planning, and bench planning to meet current and future business needs. Coach and develop line managers to build leadership capability and confidence in managing people effectively. Employee Relations & Compliance Provide expert guidance to managers on people matters, employment law, HR policies, and procedures to ensure values-led and legally compliant decision-making. Oversee all Employee Relations (ER) matters including disciplinary and appeal hearings, employment tribunals, store closures, and TUPE processes. Manage Employee Relations in line with outsourced HR advisory support service level agreement to ensure compliance, responsiveness, and alignment with company standards. Proactively manage short- and long-term absence, reviewing KPIs, assessing impact and costs, and proposing appropriate interventions. Conduct trend analysis on ER issues to identify root causes and recommend solutions for improvement. Performance, Engagement & Culture Take ownership of the full employee lifecycle, including pay reviews and performance management, while continuously seeking process improvements. Champion a positive workplace culture that fosters engagement, inclusion, and high performance. Analyse and report on regional HR KPIs, including turnover, sickness absence, retention, and engagement trends, providing insights. This role offers a competitive salary package paying £45k-60k DOE plus company car or car allowance plus excellent additional Benefits.

Employee Relations Adviser Hours: Full-time (37 hours per week) Reporting to: Senior HR Leader Line Management: None About the Role This is an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping a positive and high-performing workplace. As an Employee Relations Adviser, you will be at the heart of delivering expert HR guidance, confidently handling complex casework and partnering with leaders to drive fair, consistent, and legally compliant outcomes. You’ll act as a trusted advisor, influencing decisions, mitigating risk, and ensuring best practice across all employee relations activity. What You’ll Be Doing Leading Employee Relations Casework You’ll take ownership of a diverse and often complex caseload, including: Performance and capability Disciplinary matters Grievances Short- and long-term absence You’ll: Provide clear, confident advice to managers on both formal and informal matters Lead investigations, hearings, and appeals Ensure every case is handled fairly, consistently, and in line with policy and legislation Produce high-quality documentation and robust audit trails Support preparation for legal proceedings where required Identify and escalate high-risk or sensitive cases with sound judgement Partnering with Leaders You’ll build strong relationships across the organisation, becoming a go-to expert for managers and leaders. You’ll: Coach and guide managers through complex people challenges Support difficult conversations with confidence and empathy Enable informed, proportionate decision-making Strengthen leadership capability through practical, hands-on support Driving Best Practice & Policy Application You’ll bring policies to life by applying them thoughtfully in real-world situations. You’ll: Interpret HR policies within complex scenarios Ensure alignment with employment law and recognised best practice Balance organisational priorities with employee wellbeing Provide insights to continuously improve policies and processes Contributing to a High-Performing HR Function Beyond casework, you’ll play a key role in strengthening the wider HR service. You’ll: Build positive relationships with employee representatives Contribute to HR reporting and insights for senior stakeholders Support wider HR initiatives and cross-team collaboration Champion a culture of inclusion, respect, and engagement What Success Looks Like Confidently managing complex ER cases from start to finish Building trust with managers and stakeholders Delivering fair, consistent, and risk-aware outcomes Enhancing leadership capability across the organisation Contributing to a positive, inclusive workplace culture Your Professional Approach You’ll be someone who: Thrives in a fast-paced, people-focused environment Communicates with clarity, empathy, and confidence Brings sound judgement and integrity to every situation Stays up to date with employment law and HR best practice Handles sensitive information with discretion and professionalism Additional Responsibilities Maintain compliance with data protection and confidentiality standards Uphold commitments to equality, diversity, inclusion, safeguarding, health & safety, and sustainability Continuously develop your professional knowledge and expertise Undertake additional responsibilities in line with the role

Human Resources Advisor Annual Salary: £35,000 - £37,000 Location: Horsham, Office-based Job Type: Full-time I’m partnering with a growing, multi-brand business to recruit a qualified HR Advisor into a pivotal role supporting over 1,000 employees. Day-to-day of the role: Serve as the first point of contact for people-related queries and employee relations concerns. Monitor and support sickness absence management. Conduct exit interviews and support health questionnaire conversations. Address and support Access People XD system issues, updates, and reporting requirements. Facilitate people-related communication initiatives throughout the year. Provide professional expertise and guidance on HR policies and company procedures as required. Assist managers with the investigation of disciplinary and grievance cases as needed. Due to the geographical spread of our workforce, this role involves communication primarily via phone, MS Teams, and email, with occasional business travel required. Required Skills & Qualifications: Previous direct experience as an HR Advisor. CIPD qualified to Level 5. Effective self-starter with a can-do attitude and a curious mind. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written. Proficient with systems and reporting. A full driving license is beneficial though not essential. Benefits: 34 days paid annual leave. Free parking. Pension scheme. Life insurance. To avoid disappointment please apply before you miss out on this opportunity.