HR Advisor

Location: Canterbury
Salary: £35,000 - £37,000 per annum
Contract Type: Full time/permanent (Monday to Friday 09:00 - 17:00)

About the Role
We are looking for an experienced and proactive HR Advisor to join our Canterbury based client, you will support the smooth running of day-to-day HR operations. This is a hands-on role suited to someone who is confident handling a wide range of employee relations matters while providing high-quality support to managers and employees.

Key Responsibilities

Provide first-line HR advice and guidance on policies, procedures, and employment legislation

Support managers with day-to-day HR queries including absence, performance, conduct, and capability issues

Manage the employee lifecycle, including onboarding, contract changes, and offboarding

Assist in the coordination of recruitment processes and support hiring managers as required

Maintain accurate HR records, ensuring confidentiality and compliance

Support the development and implementation of HR initiatives and projects

Produce HR reports and analyse trends to help drive continuous improvement

Ensure all HR processes are delivered efficiently and in line with company values

About You

Minimum 3 years experience in a HR Advisor or similar generalist HR role

Strong understanding of employment law and HR best practice

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to prioritise a busy workload and manage multiple tasks effectively

Confident handling sensitive information with professionalism and discretion

CIPD Level 5 qualification is essential