Average People Advisor salary in the UK

The starting salary for a People Consultant (permanent position) is £40,296 per annum, and for a Senior People Consultant (12-month fixed-term contract), it is £45,680 per annum, both based on a 36-hour working week. Are you ready to take the next step in your HR career? Surrey County Council is hiring for two fantastic roles within our People Consultancy team, a People Consultant and a Senior People Consultant. If you thrive on managing employee relations casework, working collaboratively with managers, and making a real impact, we want to hear from you! The team is based in Reigate and this role is open to hybrid working meaning you aren't required in the office 5 days a week working to a 2 day a week average. Rewards and Benefits 26 days' holiday (prorated for part time staff), rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 30 days after 5 years' serviceOption to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leaveAn extensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeingUp to 5 days of carer's leave per yearPaternity, adoption and dependants leaveA generous local government salary related pensionLifestyle discounts including gym, travel, shopping and many more2 paid volunteering days per yearLearning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources About the Team Our People Consultancy team is a dedicated group of professionals who are genuinely passionate about making a positive impact in the workplace. We thrive on collaboration and believe that the best solutions come from working together. Each team member brings their unique skills and perspectives, creating a rich tapestry of expertise in human resources and employee relations. We are committed to fostering a culture of trust and mutual respect, where everyone feels valued and empowered to contribute their best. We pride ourselves on providing tailored support and guidance to managers and employees alike. Whether it's navigating complex HR policies, managing employee relations processes, or facilitating change management initiatives, we're here to help every step of the way. Our approach is interactive and inventive, ensuring that we not only address immediate challenges but also equip our clients with the tools and knowledge they need for long-term success. We are a personable, friendly, and enthusiastic team that genuinely cares about the well-being and development of the people we work with. Our mission is to create a thriving workplace culture where everyone can achieve their full potential and contribute to the organisation's success. Join us, and you'll find a team that values collaboration, trust, and excellence, and is always ready to lend a helping hand. About the Roles As a Senior People Consultant, you will bring your expertise in handling complex employee relations casework, collective disputes, TUPE processes, employment tribunal work, and change management. You will also play a key role in coaching and mentoring our People Consultants, ensuring high standards of casework delivery. We are looking for someone with strong technical HR knowledge, including the practical application of employment law and HR policies. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to strategic projects and work closely with Trade Union colleagues to drive improvements. As a People Consultant, you will be a trusted HR adviser to managers across the council, supporting them on a range of employee relations matters, including disciplinaries, grievances, managing absence, and performance. You will also gain exposure to restructures and TUPE cases while working as part of a collaborative and supportive team. This role is perfect for a HR professional looking to broaden their casework experience in a dynamic and varied environment. You will benefit from a dedicated mentor, ongoing learning opportunities, and the chance to be involved in impactful HR projects. Both roles require HR professionals with experience managing employee relations casework and providing expert advice. If you are passionate about HR, enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, and want to make a difference, we encourage you to apply. Shortlisting Criteria If this sounds like the team and role for you (and both are equally important) we would love to see your CV and hear your responses to the shortlisting questions below: 1. Can you describe a challenging employee relations case you have managed, and how you approached it? Senior candidates can discuss more complex or high-impact cases, while junior candidates can focus on less complex scenarios they've worked on. 2. Give an example of a time you were involved in a restructuring or change process. How did you contribute to its success? Senior candidates can elaborate on leading or managing the process, while junior candidates can discuss supporting roles or involvement in smaller aspects. 3. Tell us about a project or initiative where you helped improve HR processes or implemented a positive change. Senior candidates may talk about leading or driving large-scale change, while junior candidates can focus on supporting or contributing to smaller, more tactical improvements. Your responses will be used for shortlisting, so make them count! If shortlisted, we will send interview questions in advance to help you prepare. The job advert closes at 23:59 on 4th May 2025 with interviews to follow. Our Commitment Surrey County Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. A guaranteed interview will be offered to all disabled applicants where: The candidate has evidenced the minimum criteria for the role through their applicationThe candidate has chosen to share that they have a disability on the application form Our application form and onboarding process will provide an opportunity to request any reasonable adjustments for the interview and/or the role. We want to be an inclusive and diverse employer reflecting the community we serve and particularly welcome applications from all underrepresented groups.

Your new company You will join aRenowned public body who focusses on improving the natural environment inScotland. Their mission is to inspire everyone to care about it. They strive to care for and maintain theNatural elements of the landscapes and seascapes across Scotland, and serve allthe people of Scotland.In this role, you willjoin the People and Organisational Development team providing well-establishedpeople services to the organisation, delivering professional and responsivepeople HR, Organisational Development and Payroll provision. This organisationare currently going through a significant period of change as they evolve theirHR and People services, and so they are now recruiting for 2 x People Advisorroles to join their established team.Your new role You will provide ahigh-quality, customer-focused professional people service, in line withrelevant policies, best practice and employment legislation that meets thebusiness objectives. You will also support managers and employees to delivertheir best to meet our corporate plan objectives. You will be a key member ofthe team and deliver a high-quality and responsive service as well ascontribute to the delivery of our current People Programme. What you'll need to succeed To be considered for this role, you will have the following attributes - CIPD accredited or willing to obtain a professional HR qualificationHave previous HR generalist experience, including employee relationsBe able to coach others, or willingness to learn coaching skillsHave an understanding of employment, payroll, and equality legislation, including HR best practiceHave excellent organisational and analytical skills, including the ability to manage a diverse and busy workloadBe able to demonstrate good communication skills, including influencing, listening, and clear written and verbal presentationBe able to demonstrate good interpersonal skills that contribute to collaborative working and a customer-orientated service provisionBe familiar with HR / Payroll systems such as Oracle, and be a frequent user of Microsoft Office applications, including online communications tools.Have experience or an understanding of working in partnership with Trade UnionsDemonstrate an awareness / understanding of Data Protection Legislation and Freedom of Information requirements What you'll get in return This organisationoffers a range of fantastic benefits, and will operate on a flexible basis.offering work-life balance for all employees. The benefits on offerwithin this organisation, they include - Pay and reward policy, which is in line with Scottish government pay policyCivil Service pensionEnhanced holiday entitlement offering 30 days leave + 11.5 public holidaysFlexi-time hoursEnhanced Maternity, Paternity and adoption payA range of salary sacrifice schemesFunding for professional subscriptionsSupport for further learning and developmentSeason ticket loadsWellbeing assistance What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

People Advisor opportunity available on a Fixed Term Contract basis until the end of January 2026 initially working for a leading organisation based in Bradford, West Yorkshire. This is an exciting time to join the organisation as they can look to continue to grow their international reputation through outstanding applied research and constant innovation. They are looking for a resilient people professional to join their team on a permanent basis, to work within their People Operations Team in supporting the strategic and operational people guidance to Faculties/Directorates. You will have the ability to build excellent and effective working partnerships with the Director, senior managers and staff. You will be responsible for delivering innovative and creative people solutions and change management processes which anticipate and meet changing workforce requirements. You will have excellent written and oral communication skills, including the ability to explain complex information/rules/legislation. The successful candidate will have a proven track record of managing case work, including disciplinary and grievance processes, delivering a customer focused people service. Alongside this you will have the ability to deliver internal training sessions and 'on the job' training to individuals and groups. Experience required: Previous demonstrable experience of working at People Advisor levelSuccessful track record in contributing to people casework, including disciplinary and grievance procedures.Good working knowledge and understanding of UK / European employment legislation.Ability to provide competent and accurate professional people advice to customers.Experience of planning and implementing operational change.Experience of delivering internal training sessionsExperience of researching and writing people policies You will be CIPD qualified to a minimum of level 5 or equivalent. In return they offer: Excellent salary package circa £35,116 (potential flex DOE)Generous pension scheme  Hybrid home workingAnnual leave starting at 25 days. Plus an additional 8 bank holidays and 5 customary holidays (taken at Easter and Christmas) per yearFamily friendly policiesMultiple staff support networks