HR Advisor

Job title:

HR Advisor

Company:

Martin Veasey Talent Solutions

Job description

ApplyHuman Resources£ £33,000-£35,000 + BenefitsLocation: , , ,HR Advisor – Generalist Role with Career Path to HR Business Partner | Coventry (Onsite with Some Flexibility) | £33,000-£35,000 + BenefitsKeywords: HR Advisor Coventry | HR Business Partner progression | Generalist HR jobs UK | CIPD HR roles | Employee Relations Advisor | Recruitment and Onboarding | Hybrid HR role Midlands | Coaching Managers | HRIS ADP | Culture and EngagementReady to build your HR career with a company that’s transforming its culture and people strategy? Looking to evolve into a true Business Partner while keeping your hands on the full employee lifecycle?This is an exceptional opportunity for a confident, curious, and committed HR Advisor to join a well-established, UK-based organisation in the midst of cultural and operational evolution.You’ll be stepping into a broad generalist HR role with real visibility, variety, and influence. From employee relations to recruitment, coaching managers to shaping onboarding and internal communications-you’ll have a voice, a seat at the table, and the support to grow into a future HR Business Partner.Why This Opportunity?

• Work with an HR team committed to building trust, modernising practices, and championing a people-first mindset.

• Be part of a company that is actively investing in its people strategy, values internal mobility, and promotes from within.

• Be part of a visible and valued HR function, working primarily onsite at the Coventry head office-with potential for occasional hybrid flexibility (1 day from home) for focused project work. This is a role for someone who thrives in a face-to-face, operational environment.

• Get exposure to live ER cases, engagement projects, and recruitment campaigns from day one.

• Play a key role in shaping culture, coaching line managers, and improving the employee experience.

Your Role at a GlanceThis position offers hands-on responsibility and breadth across the HR lifecycle. You’ll report to a Senior HR Business Partner and serve as a trusted advisor to both corporate and operational managers.Day-to-Day You’ll:

• Manage ER cases independently-handling absence, performance, disciplinary, grievance and wellbeing cases.

• Coordinate and improve recruitment processes-from advertising and screening through to onboarding.

• Coach line managers on people practices, policies, and decision-making.

• Support internal communications-drafting briefings, engagement bulletins and policy updates.

• Analyse HR metrics-including absence trends, recruitment performance, and staff turnover.

• Review and enhance HR policies and workflows, with a mindset of continuous improvement.

• Contribute to cultural change initiatives, including onboarding enhancements and employee engagement surveys.

What You’ll BringMust-Have:

• CIPD Level 5 or working towards it

• 4-5 years’ experience in a generalist HR role

• Proven track record managing employee relations issues end-to-end

• Experience in recruitment coordination or ownership

• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills

• Strong knowledge of UK employment law and people policies

• Confidence to challenge, influence, and coach at all levels

Nice-to-Have:

• Experience with ADP or similar HRIS

• Background in operational sectors (e.g., logistics, engineering, manufacturing, or distribution)

• Involvement in writing or refining HR policies and internal comms

• Familiarity with wellbeing initiatives or culture programmes

You’ll be someone who brings emotional intelligence, professionalism, and a solutions-focused approach-balancing structure with warmth and flexibility.Pay, Perks & Practical Bits

• Salary: £33,000-£35,000 per annum

• Location: Coventry (primarily onsite, with 1 day per week hybrid flexibility for project work)

• Contracted Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Package Includes:

• 25 days holiday bank holidays

• Enhanced pension scheme

• Perkbox benefits platform

• Health & wellbeing cash plan (dental, optical, counselling, physio & more)

• Life Assurance (2x salary)

• Enhanced maternity pay after 1 year

• Company sick pay

• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

• Regular training and development investment

• Long service recognition awards

Looking to Take the Next Step in Your HR Career?If you’re a strong HR Advisor ready to take on more ownership and expand your impact-or you’re on the path toward becoming a full-fledged HR Business Partner-this is your springboard.Apply now with your CV and a brief note highlighting why this opportunity speaks to you.Please send your CV, quoting reference LX 3137959

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Expected salary

£33000 – 35000 per year

Location

Midlands

Job date

Sun, 13 Apr 2025 07:08:17 GMT

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