English Heritage
People Adviser
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People Adviser
Location: Flexible, based at one of our offices (York, London, Swindon), hybrid or homeworker
Salary: £39,855 p.a. with location weighting applied where applicable and in line with our internal policy / 36 hours per week / Permanent
Job type: Permanent
Ref: 16515
Heritage is for everybody, and we are here for heritage.
Heritage lives in places and people, memories and stories, artefacts and traditions. It can connect us all to the past and to each other. It can make us happier, strengthen every community, and help shape society for the better. Everybody should be able to enjoy the benefits it brings.
That's why, as a charity, we care for over a million objects and hundreds of historic sites in every part of England, from international icons to local treasures. And it's why we open them up, share their stories and find new ways for everybody to enjoy, learn, play and create.
We are looking for a People Adviser to join our team. The role is full-time and permanent, working 36 hours per week.
We offer flexible working arrangements where the role allows. This role can be based at one of our sites or offices, at home, or worked on a hybrid pattern.
The Benefits
- Salary from £39,855 per annum, depending on skills, experience and location
- 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays, pro rata, rising to 28 days after 3 years
- Matched pension contributions up to 10%
- The opportunity to progress your career within the heritage sector
- Subscriptions to professional bodies
- Free access to all English Heritage sites for you and up to six friends and family members
- 25% discount in our shops and cafes
- Enhanced maternity, paternity or shared parental leave
- Options to buy additional leave
- An inclusive working atmosphere where everybody is supported from all backgrounds, religions and with different needs
- Opportunities to go to some of our great live music and history events
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This is a great opportunity for an experienced and confident People Adviser who is passionate about employee relations and enjoys building trusted relationships across the business. In this role, you'll take ownership of a wide variety of ER cases, from complex investigations to performance and capability matters, providing expert advice that drives fair, consistent and people-focused outcomes. You'll be joining a supportive team where your voice is valued, your expertise is recognised, and you'll have the chance to make a real impact in shaping a positive workplace culture.
As a People Adviser, you will be the first point of contact for all employee relations matters, providing clear, practical and solution-focused advice to managers and employees. You will oversee a broad range of ER cases, including disciplinary, grievance, absence management, TUPE and performance issues, to name but a few, ensuring that all processes are managed fairly, consistently and in line with company policies and employment law. You'll also play a key role in coaching and supporting managers to foster a positive, inclusive working environment.
To be considered as a People Adviser, you'll have sound experience of working in an employee relations role with:
- Strong knowledge of employment law and HR policies
- Demonstrable experience managing complex ER cases end-to-end
- The ability to proactively manage a high volume of cases
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
- The ability to coach and influence managers with confidence and credibility
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage a high volume and varied caseload
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Interviews will be held on Microsoft Teams.
If you would like to talk to us, e.g. about workplace adjustments or working patterns, please contact Leanne Duffy, People Advice Manager, on Leanne.Duffy@english-heritage.org.uk. No agencies please.
Find out more about us and what we do: https://www.english-heritage.org.uk/about/. You can also meet some of our people and hear about why they enjoy working with us: https://www.english-heritage.org.uk/about/our-people/careers-with-us/.
Find out more about us and what we do on our website. You can also meet some of our people and hear about why they enjoy working with us.
Everybody's welcome at English Heritage
Forget the stereotypes. It takes thousands of people from every background to care for England's heritage and open it up for everybody to enjoy. We're looking for every type of person with every kind of skill and experience, and we're committed to making sure that English Heritage is an equitable, diverse and inclusive place to work. You can connect with others through our EDI networks as a member or ally. These include Ethnic Diversity, Faith & Belief, Social Equity, LGBTQ+, Neurodivergence, Age, Disability and Gender Health and Wellbeing.
We take wellbeing seriously. We are committed to ensuring everyone feels safe at work and can carry out their role. To support this, we have a network of Mental Health First aiders, regular information and awareness events, unlimited access to an Employee Assistance Programme and work with our people to implement reasonable adjustments.
Closing date: 21/07/2026 23:59:59
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