HR Advisor

Boulot; Carmarthen; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A supportive organization in Carmarthen seeks an experienced HR Advisor for a hybrid working role. You will be the first point of contact for HR queries, advising managers and maintaining HR records. With a minimum of 2 years' HR experience required, the ideal candidate should have strong interpersonal skills and a solid understanding of UK employment law. This role offers opportunities for professional development and a supportive team environment.

Benefits

£500 Refer a Friend bonus

DBS checks paid

Social Care Wales registration fee covered

Employee health and wellbeing programme

Comprehensive training and career development

33 days annual leave

Performance bonus

On-site parking

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience in a similar HR role required.
• Solid understanding of UK employment law and HR best practices.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Act as the first point of contact for HR queries.
• Advise and support managers through disciplinary processes.
• Maintain accurate HR records in line with GDPR.

Skills

Generalist HR experience

Understanding of UK employment law

Advising on employee relations

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Education

CIPD Level 5

Job description

Position: HR Advisor Hybrid Working

Job Location: Head Office (SA31 2NF) with occasional travel to our services across South Wales and hybrid working.

Employment Type: Full-time, 40 Hours per week

Base Salary: £30,000 Per Annum

Essentials

We are seeking an experienced and proactive HR Advisor. Due to organisational growth, we are looking for an additional HR Advisor to join our busy department. Based at our Head Office, this is a hybrid working role with the option of part week home working. You will join a supportive team and there will be opportunities for future professional development for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• CIPD Level 5 (preferred)
• OR minimum 2 years experience in a similar HR role

Benefits

• £500 Refer a Friend bonus
• DBS checks paid
• Social Care Wales registration fee covered
• Employee health and wellbeing programme - Simply Health
• Comprehensive training and career development
• 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
• Performance and attendance-related bonus
• On-site parking

Full job description

At M&D Care, people are at the heart of everything we dothose we support and those who make our work possible. As an HR Advisor, you will join a forward thinking People & Culture team committed to wellbeing, development, and creating a positive working environment.

This is an exciting opportunity to grow your HR expertise within a fast paced, purpose driven organisation. You will play a key role in shaping a compassionate, professional, and effective workplace across South and West Wales. With strong peer support and the autonomy to manage your own workload, you will be empowered to make a meaningful impact every day.

You will be based at our brand new Carmarthen office, easily commutable from Swansea, and part of a collaborative HR team where knowledge is shared and career growth is encouraged.

Role and Responsibilities

• Act as the first point of contact for HR queries, particularly around employee relations, absence, and retention.
• Advise and support managers through disciplinary, grievance, performance, and capability processes.
• Provide real time support during formal meetings and hearings.
• Work closely with the Recruitment & Onboarding Team to enhance the candidate experience.
• Maintain accurate HR records in line with GDPR and sector regulations.
• Collaborate with Operations and the Wellbeing Manager to drive engagement and workforce planning.
• Assist in reviewing and developing HR policies to ensure legal and sector compliance.
• Prepare clear, insightful HR reports for the Head of Human Resources.
• Guide managers on absence management, including Occupational Health referrals.
• Support line manager with performance management processes.

Essentials

• Strong generalist HR experience, ideally in a fast-paced environment.
• Solid understanding of UK employment law and HR best practice
• Confident advising managers on employee relations matters
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Proactive, organised, and able to manage a varied workload.
• Familiarity with SCW, CIW regulations, and safeguarding (training provided if needed)

Experience

• Minimum 2 years experience in Human Resources (required).
• Social care sector experience is an advantage.
• CIPD Level 5 essential if limited experience.

Desirable

• Familiarity with SCW, CIW regulations, and safeguarding (training provided if needed).

Opportunity

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing team in a busy, supportive and progressive department. There are opportunities for professional development and career progression. At M&D Care, were committed to inclusion, continuous improvement, and supporting our staff to thrive. If you are ready to make a meaningful impact, wed love to hear from you.