Senior HR Advisor - Cummins Mellor Recruitment : Job Details

We’re looking for a forward-thinking Senior HR Advisor to join a values-led public sector organisation committed to kindness, unity, and excellence. This is a strategic and hands-on role where you’ll lead key people-focused workstreams that enhance employee experience, strengthen organisational culture, and support high performance.

This is a generalist employee relations role where you’ll be actively involved in complex casework, including absence management, disciplinary, grievance, and performance-related matters. You'll provide expert advice and support to managers, while maintaining high standards of compliance, fairness, and consistency.

You will also manage and support a team of four HR Advisors, providing leadership, guidance, and professional development as they deliver high-quality people services across the organisation.

In this role, you will:

• Lead the effective delivery of your people workstream
• Manage ER casework including absence, disciplinary, grievance, and performance
• Ensure legal compliance and reduce organisational risk
• Use data and insights to inform strategy and decision-making
• Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including trade unions
• Design and deliver training, reports, and strategic workforce initiatives
• Line manage and develop a team of four HR Advisors

What we’re looking for:

• CIPD Level 5 or 7 qualification (essential)
• Strong HR experience, with hands-on involvement in complex ER casework
• Experience working in unionised and regulated environments
• Proven experience in managing and developing HR teams
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills
• High levels of emotional intelligence, cultural awareness, and digital fluency

This is a varied and impactful role offering the opportunity to shape a progressive people strategy in a dynamic and mission-driven public sector setting.