Senior HR Advisor (Part-Time)

Location: Peterborough / UK
Hours: 22.5 hours per week (flexible working pattern)
Salary: £34,000 - £35,000 (pro rata)
Contract: Permanent

We are recruiting for an experienced Senior HR Advisor to support the delivery of a high-quality, compliant, and people-focused HR service across a growing organisation. This is a part-time, permanent opportunity ideal for an HR professional who enjoys variety, autonomy, and working closely with managers and employees on a wide range of HR matters.

Reporting into the HR & Training Manager, you will provide proactive, confidential, and professional HR support, with a strong focus on employee relations, policy application, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

Employee Relations

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Provide accurate advice to managers on HR policies, procedures, and employment legislation

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Manage and support ER cases including absence, disciplinary, grievance, capability, and performance

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Attend and support formal meetings, investigations, and hearings

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Maintain accurate and compliant case documentation

HR Administration & Compliance

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Draft contracts, amendments, and HR correspondence

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Ensure HR processes comply with legal, regulatory, and audit requirements

Learning & Development

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Identify training needs through performance reviews and ER activity

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Support the coordination of training and development initiatives

Policy & Process Improvement

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Assist with reviewing and updating HR policies and procedures

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Contribute to HR projects aimed at improving service delivery

Performance & Engagement

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Support performance management processes, probation reviews, and development plans

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Assist with wellbeing and employee engagement initiatives

Recruitment Support

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Support recruitment campaigns including job descriptions and advertising

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Participate in interviews and selection processes

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Oversee onboarding and induction to ensure a positive candidate experience

Skills & Experience Required

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Previous experience in an HR Advisor or Senior HR Advisor role

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Strong knowledge of employment law and HR best practice

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Experience managing complex employee relations cases

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Excellent communication, organisation, and problem-solving skills

Qualifications

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CIPD Level 5 (minimum) or equivalent HR qualification

Working Pattern

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22.5 hours per week

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Flexible options including 3 full days or 5 shorter days

What's on Offer

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Competitive salary (£34,000-£35,000 pro rata)

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Part-time, permanent role with flexible working

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Company pension scheme

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Private medical cover

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Life assurance and wellbeing support

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23 days holiday plus bank holidays (pro rata, increasing with service)

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Training, upskilling, and career development opportunities