Senior HR Advisor

Cipd Hr30; England; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading HR consultancy in Dorset is seeking a Senior HR Advisor to manage complex Employee Relations cases and provide expert HR policy advice. This interim contract runs until March 2026, with responsibilities including stakeholder management and ensuring compliance with employment legislation. The ideal candidate is CIPD qualified (or equivalent) and possesses strong knowledge of UK employment law. This is a full-time role with a hybrid working model, involving 3 days on-site and 2 days remote.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in handling complex Employee Relations cases in a unionised environment.
• Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR practices in large organizations.
• Ability to influence decision-makers and stakeholders at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage complex Employee Relations cases including disciplinary and grievance matters.
• Provide expert HR policy and employment law advice to managers.
• Collaborate with trade unions for positive industrial relations.

Skills

Handling complex ER casework

Knowledge of UK employment law

Stakeholder management

Negotiation skills

Confident communicator

Education

CIPD qualified or equivalent experience

Job description

- **Senior HR Advisor**# Senior HR Advisor£0.00Dorset, England£23.0 - £28.0 per hour + £23 - 28 per hour via Hays to 31st MarchFull TimeCIPD Member, Non CIPD member7 January 2026Interim, contract & temporaryGeneral HR FunctionProfessional ServicesAdvisorKey Responsibilities* Lead and manage a range of complex Employee Relations cases, including disciplinary, grievance, capability, performance, sickness, absence management and investigations.* Provide expert advice to managers on HR policies, employment law, and best practice.* Work closely with trade unions and employee representatives to maintain positive industrial relations.* Potentially support organisational change initiatives, including restructures and consultations.* Ensure compliance with employment legislation and organisational policies.* Prepare detailed reports and documentation for hearings and tribunals where required.Skills & Experience* Proven track record in handling complex ER casework within a unionised environment.* Strong knowledge of UK employment law and complex large organisation HR practices.* Excellent stakeholder management and negotiation skills.* Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.* CIPD qualified (or equivalent experience).* Confident communicator with the ability to influence at all levels.Offer* This role is offered on an initial interim contract until 31st March 2026 with scope for longer term via Hays online time sheets.* Based in Dorset, 3 days per week on site with 2 days from homeIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at