Published

May 29, 2026

Location

Torquay, United Kingdom

Sector

General Office

Salary

£25,000 - £40,000

Description

Human Resources Advisor

Torquay, Devon – Hybrid Working

Salary: £35,895.50

About the Company

This is a well-established nationwide business operating within infrastructure and specialist support services looking for a HR Advisor on a Fixed Term Contract of 8 Months.

People are at the centre of the business, and the organisation is committed to creating a supportive and inclusive environment where employees are recognised, valued and encouraged to develop. With continued growth across the UK, this is an exciting opportunity to join a collaborative HR team within a fast-paced operational environment.

The Role

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced HR professional to join the business on a Fixed Term Contract running until December 2026.

Reporting to the HR Business Partner, you’ll play a key role in supporting managers and employees across a broad range of HR matters. From employee relations and organisational change to policy guidance and HR projects, this is a varied and hands-on role where you’ll make a genuine impact across the business.

The role offers hybrid working and is currently based in Torquay, although flexibility to travel within the Devon area is essential due to potential office location changes over the coming months.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Acting as the first point of contact for HR queries, providing practical advice and guidance to managers and employees

• Supporting managers with employee relations matters including disciplinary, grievance, absence management and performance issues

• Assisting with organisational change processes including restructures and redundancies

• Coaching managers on best practice people management and employment law

• Supporting maternity processes and ensuring accurate HR documentation and payroll communication

• Maintaining HR records, case logs and right to work documentation

• Producing ad hoc HR reports and supporting HR system administration

• Supporting investigations relating to absence, AWOL and policy breaches

• Contributing to HR projects including employee engagement, wellbeing and diversity & inclusion initiatives

• Identifying opportunities to improve HR processes and service delivery across the team

What We’re Looking For

You’ll thrive in this role if you enjoy building strong working relationships, handling a varied workload and providing practical HR support in a fast-paced environment.

We’re looking for someone who is proactive, approachable and confident managing employee relations matters while balancing both operational and project-based HR work.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Previous experience in an HR Advisor or Senior HR Assistant role

• Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice

• Experience handling employee relations cases confidently and professionally

• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills

• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities

• Experience using HR systems and Microsoft Office

• CIPD Level 5 qualified or working towards qualification

• Flexibility to travel within the Devon area where required

Why you'll love this role

Beyond the competitive salary, you’ll join a supportive business where your contribution is valued and your development matters.

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (pro rata)

• Hybrid working opportunities

• Enhanced maternity pay and leave

• Life assurance

• Pension scheme

• Employee Assistance Programme

• Free wellbeing app and wellbeing support

• CPD and career development support

• Company competitions and cash prize incentives

This organisation is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, supported and able to fulfil their potential.

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To apply, please send your CV to Josie McKee or get in touch for a confidential conversation about the role jm@tribuspeople.co.uk

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