Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £47,985 - £49,001
Shape Culture. Lead Employee Relations. Make a Real Difference.
At St Elizabeth’s, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We are looking for an experienced and proactive Senior HR Advisor to join our People Team and play a key role in supporting managers, developing capability, and delivering high-quality employee relations services across the organisation.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced HR professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about helping leaders navigate complex people matters with confidence and compassion.
About St Elizabeth’s
Set within 60 acres of beautiful Hertfordshire countryside, St Elizabeth’s is a values-led charity supporting children, young people and adults with epilepsy and complex needs. Our integrated services include education, residential care, supported living and day opportunities, creating a unique and rewarding environment where every role contributes to improving lives.
Our values underpin everything we do:
Aspirational – We aim high.
Collaborative – We work together.
Joyful – We love what we do.
Compassionate – We care.
About the Role
As Senior HR Advisor, you will provide professional, expert HR advice and guidance to managers across the organisation, supporting a wide range of employee relations matters and helping ensure best practice, legal compliance and positive workplace outcomes.
Working closely with the Head of People Relations and Policy, you will play a key role in managing complex casework, supporting organisational change, coaching managers and contributing to the delivery of strategic people initiatives.
Key responsibilities include:
Advising managers and senior leaders on complex employee relations matters, including disciplinary, grievance, capability, absence management and organisational change
Supporting investigations, hearings and formal processes, ensuring compliance with employment legislation and organisational policies
Leading on employment-related legal matters, including Subject Access Requests and supporting Employment Tribunal and ACAS cases
Coaching and developing managers to build confidence and capability in managing people issues
Supporting organisational change and restructures
Producing and analysing workforce and employee relations data to identify trends and drive improvements
Coaching and mentoring the HR Advisor, supporting their development and day-to-day activities
Contributing to policy development, governance initiatives and continuous service improvement
Designing and delivering manager training and development sessions
Deputising for the Head of People Relations and Policy when required
This role offers genuine variety, strategic exposure and the opportunity to influence people practices across a large and diverse organisation.
About You
You will be an experienced HR professional who enjoys building strong relationships, solving complex challenges and providing trusted advice to managers and leaders.
Essential:
CIPD Level 5 qualification (or above) or equivalent experience
Significant experience operating at Senior HR Advisor level
Strong employee relations experience, including complex case management
Up-to-date knowledge of employment legislation and HR best practice
Experience coaching and supporting managers across a variety of people matters
Excellent communication, influencing and stakeholder management skills
Ability to manage a busy and varied workload whilst maintaining attention to detail
Strong analytical skills with experience interpreting workforce data and trends
Desirable:
CIPD Level 7 qualification
Experience supporting organisational change and restructuring programmes
Experience supervising or mentoring HR team members
Knowledge of iTrent HR systems
Why Work for St Elizabeth’s?
This is an opportunity to join a supportive and collaborative People Team where your expertise will directly influence the experience of colleagues across the organisation.
We offer:
From 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays (increasing with service)
Free on-site parking
Discounted gym membership
Blue Light Card eligibility
Employee Assistance Programme
Life Assurance Scheme
Fully funded DBS
Contributory pension scheme with up to 6% employer contribution
Employee recognition schemes
Recommend a Friend Scheme (£1,000 for eligible roles)
Ongoing learning and development opportunities
How to Apply
Please apply via our website by completing an application form and uploading your CV.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and we reserve the right to close this vacancy early should sufficient applications be received.
Safeguarding & Inclusion
St Elizabeth’s is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. An enhanced DBS check will be required for this role.
We are proud to be an Investors in People and Disability Confident Employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.
Join St Elizabeth’s and help create a positive workplace where people can thrive.
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Salary description
£47985.00 - £49001.00 per year