About the Role:
As our HR Advisor, you’ll be instrumental in supporting the delivery of Arborvitae Care’s HR strategy.
You’ll partner with managers across the organisation to provide timely, customer-focused advice,
helping to navigate complex employee issues while supporting positive people management
practices.
This is a varied and hands-on role where no two days are the same, perfect for someone who enjoys
working collaboratively, influencing change, and driving HR best practice in a values-led environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide high-quality, solution-focused HR advice to managers on complex and sensitive
employee relations issues. - Coach and support line managers in applying HR policies and best practices with confidence.
- Support disciplinary, grievance, absence management, and other employee casework,
including investigations and hearings. - Deliver training and upskilling to managers, empowering them to manage their teams
effectively. - Build strong working relationships across the business to understand team needs and provide
tailored HR support. - Collaborate with the wider HR team to roll out initiatives, drive change, and embed
organisational values. - Maintain accurate HR records and support the monitoring of HR trends, risks, and
opportunities for improvement. - Contribute to the development and review of HR policies and ensure ongoing legal
compliance. - Champion a proactive, consistent, and employee-focused HR service at all times.
Person Specification:
Essential Skills & Experience:
- CIPD Level 5 (or equivalent experience)
- Previous experience as an HR Advisor or HR Officer in a busy, generalist HR environment.
- Strong understanding of employment law and HR best practices.
- Proven ability to resolve employee relations issues confidently and effectively.
- Excellent communication skills both written and verbal with a tactful, professional approach.
- Analytical and problem-solving mindset with great attention to detail.
- Able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, growing organisation.
- Confident working with stakeholders at all levels and handling confidential information.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.).
- Adaptable, collaborative, and committed to personal and professional development.
Benefits:
- Enhanced holiday scheme, increasing with service
- Birthday Day Off
- NHS Cash Plan Top up
- Life Assurance X3
- Free Blue Light Card
- Access to industry leading training
- Clear, career progression plan with our “Roots to Growth” scheme
- Supportive Leadership Team
