HR Consultant

HR Advisor Location: Plymouth, PL1 Rate: £21.14 per hour Hours: 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday Assignment: Temporary position (26 October 2026 - 14 February 2027)   An excellent opportunity has arisen for an…

Pay rate £21.14/hour
Job type Temporary
Posted 15 October 2026

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HR Advisor

Location: Plymouth, PL1
Rate: £21.14 per hour
Hours: 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Assignment: Temporary position (26 October 2026 - 14 February 2027)
 
An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced HR professional to join a well established organisation on an initial four month temporary assignment.

Working as part of a busy HR team, you will provide a comprehensive HR advisory service across a wide range of employee matters, supporting managers and leaders with expert advice and guidance in line with employment legislation, organisational policies and best practice.

Key Responsibilities

Provide professional HR advice and support to managers on a broad range of general HR matters.
Support organisational change projects, including restructures and TUPE transfers.
Act as the HR Advisor on Employee Relations cases, attending hearings and appeals and providing guidance to Chairs throughout formal processes.
Advise on disciplinary, grievance, capability and absence management matters.
Contribute to the development, review and implementation of HR policies and procedures.
Ensure HR practices remain compliant with current employment legislation and organisational requirements.Candidate Requirements

Chartered Member of the CIPD, or CIPD Level 5 qualified and actively working towards Chartered Membership.
Significant experience within a generalist HR Advisory role.
Strong Employee Relations experience, with confidence supporting formal hearings and appeals.
Excellent communication, stakeholder management and influencing skills.
Ability to manage a varied workload and work effectively within a fast-paced environment.
Previous Local Government or wider Public Sector experience would be advantageous.What's on Offer?

Competitive hourly rate of £21.14 per hour
Full-time, Monday to Friday working pattern
Opportunity to contribute to meaningful organisational projects and employee relations activity
Immediate start available, with a target commencement date of 26th October 2026
If you are an experienced HR professional looking for your next interim opportunity, we would be pleased to hear from you! 
Apply today with your up to date CV or contact Emily at Pertemps Plymouth on (phone number removed) for further information

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