HR Advisor Maternity Cover

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced HR professional to join a values-driven organisation as a Human Resources Adviser on a 9-month fixed-term contract to cover maternity leave, starting in August 2025.
Location: Based in Chelmsford with hybrid working available (minimum 60% in-office)
Contract Type: Fixed-Term, Part-Time (approximately 21 hours per week)
Salary: £35,000–£37,500 FTE (Pro rata: £21,000–£22,500)
Core Office Days: Monday and Thursday (flexible working considered)
About the Role
The HR Adviser will play a key role in supporting managers and stakeholders across a broad range of HR matters. The role includes:

• Providing professional HR advice on employee relations, performance management, sickness absence, and recruitment
• Supporting matters relating to HR legislation and policy
• Participating in HR projects and initiatives aimed at improving practices and systems
• Contributing to policy development and compliance with employment law and data protection requirements
• Working collaboratively within a small, supportive HR team and across departments

Candidate Profile
Applicants should hold a relevant HR qualification (CIPD Level 5 or equivalent) and have solid HR generalist experience. The ideal candidate will bring:

• A strong understanding of employment law and HR best practice
• Demonstrated experience in providing advice across a range of HR topics
• Proven ability to support recruitment, induction, and probation processes
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a customer-focused approach
• A collaborative working style, with discretion and professionalism when handling sensitive information

Why Join?
This is a unique opportunity to contribute to an organisation rooted in community and service. The role offers varied and meaningful HR work, flexible working arrangements, and a collaborative and inclusive team environment.