Damia Group
HR Advisor
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HR Advisor – Part-time (1-2 days per week) – London (hybrid)
Please note: For this role we will consider a day rate contractor, or a permanent employee on a part-time basis.
We are seeking a proactive and people-focused Part-Time HR Advisor to support a growing organisation across key areas of the employee lifecycle, with a particular focus on employee onboarding, employee relations and day-to-day HR support.
The role will act as a trusted point of contact for employees and managers, ensuring that new starters have a positive and well-organised introduction to the business while providing practical HR guidance on employee-related matters.
This is an ideal opportunity for an HR professional who enjoys working across a broad range of HR activities and is comfortable operating in a hands-on environment.
Key Responsibilities
Employee Onboarding
- Coordinate and manage the end-to-end onboarding process for new employees.
- Ensure all pre-employment checks, documentation and HR records are completed accurately and on time.
- Prepare contracts, new starter documentation and onboarding information.
- Liaise with relevant internal teams to ensure new starters have the equipment, systems, access and information required.
- Coordinate induction activities and support managers with onboarding plans.
- Act as a key point of contact for new employees during their initial period with the organisation.
- Gather feedback from new starters and identify opportunities to improve the onboarding experience.
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Employee Relations
- Provide day-to-day HR advice and support to employees and managers.
- Support managers with employee relations matters, including performance, attendance, conduct, capability and absence.
- Assist with disciplinary, grievance and performance management processes in line with company policies and employment legislation.
- Support managers in preparing for and conducting employee meetings where appropriate.
- Maintain accurate and confidential records relating to employee relations cases.
- Escalate complex or high-risk employee relations matters where appropriate.
- Promote a fair, consistent and professional approach to people management.
General HR Support
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records and HR systems.
- Support the development, implementation and review of HR policies and procedures.
- Assist with employee lifecycle activities including probation reviews, changes to employment, promotions and exits.
- Support HR reporting and provide relevant employee data and information to management.
- Ensure HR processes are carried out consistently and in accordance with company policies and relevant employment legislation.
- Provide general HR guidance to employees and managers.
- Contribute to wider HR projects and initiatives as required.
Key Skills and Experience
- Previous experience working in an HR generalist, HR Advisor, HR Officer or similar role.
- Practical experience of employee onboarding and the wider employee lifecycle.
- Experience supporting employee relations matters.
- Good understanding of UK employment legislation and HR best practice.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information professionally.
- Excellent organisation and attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities.
- A pragmatic, approachable and solutions-focused approach.
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Desirable Skills and Experience
- CIPD qualification or working towards a CIPD qualification.
- Experience supporting managers with performance management, absence, disciplinary and grievance processes.
- Experience using HRIS / HR systems.
- Experience developing or improving HR processes and policies.
Key Competencies
- People-focused: Approachable and able to build positive relationships with employees and managers.
- Communication: Able to communicate HR information clearly and confidently at all levels.
- Confidentiality & integrity: Demonstrates discretion and professionalism when handling sensitive employee information.
- Organisation: Able to manage multiple HR activities and deadlines effectively.
- Problem solving: Takes a practical and balanced approach to resolving HR issues.
- Attention to detail: Ensures HR documentation, records and processes are accurate and compliant.
- Commercial awareness: Understands the needs of the business and provides practical HR support aligned with organisational objectives.
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