HR Advisor

Eip; Bath; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An award-winning IP law firm in Bath is seeking an experienced HR Advisor to shape a positive workplace culture. You will provide expert support, focusing on employee relations and policy development, while working in a hybrid environment. Strong knowledge of UK employment law and a CIPD qualification are essential for this full-time position, which includes a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Competitive benefits package

Private medical insurance

Flexible working options

Supportive culture

Qualifications

• Attention to detail and ability to handle sensitive information confidentially.
• A hard-working attitude and capacity to manage complex HR cases.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert HR support focusing on employee relations and policy development.
• Act as a trusted advisor to employees and line managers.
• Drive continuous improvement in HR operations.

Skills

Excellent knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice

Experience providing employee relations (ER) support

Strong attention to detail

Excellent communication skills

Education

CIPD qualification and/or relevant HR work experience

Degree-level education

Job description

Overview

HR Advisor

Bath | Hybrid Working | Full-Time

Join EIP, a leading, award-winning IP law firm, where you’ll play a key role in shaping a positive, inclusive workplace culture and driving impactful HR initiatives.

As HR Advisor, you’ll provide expert HR support across a broad range of activities, with a particular focus on employee relations, policy and process development, and employee engagement. You’ll work closely with the HR team and act as a trusted advisor to employees, line managers, and Members. You’ll manage sometimes complex HR cases, help drive continuous improvement in our HR operations, and support a culture where everyone can thrive.

About you

We’re looking for someone with strong attention to detail, a hard-working attitude, excellent communication skills, and the ability to handle sensitive information with the highest standards of confidentiality. You’ll also bring:

• Excellent knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice


• Experience providing employee relations (ER) support to a demanding and/or challenging client group


• CIPD qualification and/or relevant HR work experience

Desirable extras

• Degree-level education


• Knowledge of German, US, or Swedish employment law and HR practices


• Previous experience in a professional services environment

Why join us?

At EIP, we’re more than just a tier-one patent firm — we’re a team that values curiosity, collaboration, and career development. We offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package, including private medical insurance, flexible and hybrid working options, and a supportive culture that prioritises your wellbeing and helps you maintain a healthy work-life balance.

Ready to apply?

If you’re ready to take the next step in your HR career, we’d love to hear from you! For more details, view the full HR Advisor Job Spec.pdf.