Senior HR Advisor

About the Position

Senior HR Advisor

Employer: Hays Human Resources

Location: Haslemere, Surrey, GB; Petersfield, Hampshire, GB

Salary: £40,000 - £46,500 per annum

Closing date: 7 Aug 2026

Are you an experienced HR professional looking for an opportunity to make a real impact within a values-led not-for-profit organisation? We are seeking a proactive and experienced Senior HR Advisor to join a busy and supportive HR team on an initial 4-month fixed-term contract, with the potential for the role to be extended or become permanent. Start ASAP in July/August.

Responsibilities

• Managing a wide range of Employee Relations cases, including disciplinaries, grievances, sickness absence, capability, performance management, and investigations.
• Providing expert HR advice and guidance to managers across the organisation.
• Supporting organisational change initiatives, including consultations relating to pay, hours, and contractual changes.
• Leading and contributing to key HR projects and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Supporting the review, development, and implementation of HR policies and procedures.
• Working closely with internal EDI networks and employee groups to promote an inclusive workplace culture.
• Assisting with talent management and succession planning activities to support future organisational growth.
• Analysing HR data and identifying opportunities to improve people processes and employee experience.
• Supporting the HR Manager with day-to-day operational and strategic HR activities.

Requirements

• Proven experience operating at Senior HR Advisor level within a busy HR environment.
• Strong Employee Relations knowledge and experience managing complex casework independently.
• Excellent understanding of UK employment legislation and HR best practice.
• Experience supporting or leading HR projects and organisational change initiatives.
• Confidence in building relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong communication, influencing, and problem-solving skills.
• CIPD qualification (Level 5 or above) or equivalent experience.

We Offer

• Opportunity to join a respected not-for-profit organisation making a positive difference.
• A broad and varied HR role with exposure to operational and project work.
• Supportive and collaborative team environment.
• 4 days per week on site in East Surrey.
• Potential for the role to be extended or become permanent.

About the Company

At Hays, we know that finding the right role at the right time takes careful consideration. As lifelong career partners, we are with our candidates each step of the way. Whether you’re seeking a job for right now, a career change, or to move up the career ladder, we have the expertise, the up-to-date knowledge, connections, and training to help you get where you want to go.

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