Senior HR Advisor - ER Specialist

Senior HR Advisor – ER Specialist

Leeds

Hybrid

Financial Services

Are you an experienced HR Advisor who thrives in the thick of employee relations? Do you enjoy being the go-to expert for managers, resolving issues with confidence, pace and professionalism? If you’re looking for a role where you can make a real impact in a respected, growing financial organisation, this could be your next move.

Why This Role Stands Out

You’ll join a high-performing HR team that values expertise, collaboration and genuine partnership with the business. This is a hands-on, operationally focused Senior HR Advisor role — perfect for someone who loves ER, problem-solving and supporting managers through real-time people challenges.

This isn’t a project-heavy or strategic HRBP role. It’s about rolling up your sleeves, owning complex cases, and being a trusted advisor day-to-day. You’ll work closely with the HR Manager and play a key role in delivering high-quality, pragmatic HR support across the organisation.

Hybrid working gives you the flexibility you need, while still being connected to a supportive HR function that invests in your development.

What You’ll Be Doing

You’ll be the first point of contact for managers across the business, providing expert guidance on a wide range of people matters, including:

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• Managing complex ER cases end-to-end — disciplinary, grievance, performance, capability, attendance and conduct
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• Applying strong ACAS knowledge, particularly around complex grievance handling
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• Supporting restructures, organisational change and consultation processes
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• Coaching managers to build their confidence and capability in handling people issues
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• Supporting recruitment activity to ensure timely and effective hiring
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• Leading on key HR processes such as performance reviews, salary reviews and probation management
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• Delivering inductions, exit interviews and training sessions
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• Acting as a subject matter expert for the HRIS (ideally Workday), ensuring accurate and timely updates
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• Mentoring junior HR colleagues and sharing best practice
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• Using people data and trends to support improvements and decision-making
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• Providing pragmatic, commercially aware HR advice that supports business goals
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This is a varied, fast-paced role where no two days look the same — ideal for someone who enjoys being at the heart of operational HR.

What You’ll Bring

We’re looking for someone who is confident, credible and comfortable working in a dynamic, commercially driven environment. You’ll need:

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• Proven experience managing complex and sensitive ER cases independently
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• Strong generalist HR experience across recruitment, performance, attendance, disciplinary and grievance
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• CIPD Level 5
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• Excellent working knowledge of employment law
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• Strong influencing, coaching and stakeholder management skills
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• Ability to communicate clearly and confidently at all levels
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• A pragmatic, solutions-focused approach with sound judgement
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• High levels of resilience, initiative and accountability
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• Experience using HR systems
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• Ability to juggle multiple priorities and make effective decisions under pressure
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Why Apply

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• A respected financial services organisation with a strong people culture
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• A supportive HR team that values expertise and continuous development
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• A role where your ER capability will genuinely make a difference
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• Hybrid working and a collaborative environment
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• Opportunities to grow, stretch and develop your HR career
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