HR Advisor – Part‑time (30 hrs/week) – Canterbury

About the role

We are seeking an experienced HR Advisor to join our supportive HR team in Canterbury. Working part‑time (30 hours per week) on a hybrid basis, you will partner with the Head of HR to deliver key initiatives and provide professional advice across the organisation.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and deliver HR projects, ensuring objectives, timelines and outcomes are achieved.
• Research, review and develop HR policies, procedures and processes.
• Provide HR advice and guidance to managers and employees on policies, employment matters and employee relations.
• Support employee‑relations cases, including performance management and change processes.
• Produce HR reports, KPIs and data analysis to support management.
• Maintain accurate HR records and support HR systems and reporting.
• Assist with learning and development initiatives and training compliance.
• Support monthly payroll processes, including employee changes and updates.

Required profile

• CIPD Level 5 qualification (or equivalent experience).
• Proven experience delivering HR projects and initiatives.
• Experience handling employee‑relations cases and advising managers.
• Experience developing HR policies and procedures.
• Strong organisation, communication and problem‑solving abilities.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and work independently.

Required skills