HR Advisor/Generalist – 12 Month FTC Initially

High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire
Wade Macdonald

HR Advisor/Generalist – 12 Month FTC Initially (poss. to perm) – High Wycombe – Fully Office-Based – Salary Depending on Experience

About the Client

My client is a well-established organisation within the Construction sector, employing around 400 people across multiple UK locations. They are looking to welcome an experienced HR Advisor to their close-knit HR team as the business prepares for upcoming changes within the department. The organisation values integrity and honesty, upholding the highest ethical standards in every aspect of their business. You’ll be joining a friendly and supportive team where collaboration is encouraged, and every day presents an opportunity to make a real impact.

About the Job

This is a varied generalist HR position supporting managers and employees across multiple sites. You’ll play a key role in delivering proactive HR support throughout the employee lifecycle while providing practical advice on a wide range of people matters.

• Providing advice and guidance on employee relations matters, including absence management, performance, disciplinary and grievance cases.
• Supporting managers with day-to-day HR queries and ensuring best practice is followed.
• Managing the employee lifecycle from onboarding through to offboarding.
• Preparing contracts, offer documentation and other HR correspondence.
• Coordinating onboarding activities for new employees.
• Working alongside Occupational Health where appropriate.
• Assisting with recruitment activity during busier periods when required.
• Building strong relationships with stakeholders across multiple UK sites.
• Maintaining accurate HR records and ensuring compliance with employment legislation and company policies.
• Supporting wider HR projects and continuous improvement initiatives.

About the Successful Applicant

You’ll have at least three years’ experience in a generalist HR role with good employee relations knowledge and confidence managing a varied caseload. A CIPD Level 3 qualification is desirable, and further study support could be provided. You’ll be adaptable, approachable and able to build positive working relationships across all levels of the business. Experience supporting employee wellbeing or mental health initiatives would be advantageous.

What You Will Receive in Return

In return, you’ll join a welcoming and supportive HR team with genuine opportunities to develop your career. The organisation offers support towards further CIPD qualifications, 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, private healthcare following successful completion of probation, and the opportunity to gain exposure across a broad, multi-site HR environment where no two days are the same.

How to Proceed

If this super HR generalist opportunity has sparked your interest, I’m eagerly looking forward to your contact! To advance your next career move, please reach out to Lucy-Emma at Wade Macdonald today please call only if you have HR advisory and ER experience. You can get in touch by promptly submitting your CV through the designated portal. Your next career move awaits!

HR Advisor/Generalist – 12 Month FTC Initially (poss. to perm) – High Wycombe – Fully Office-Based – Salary Depending on Experience