Senior HR Advisor

Location: Aberdeen (Hybrid Working - 3 days office / 2 days home)
Salary: Competitive + Benefits
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced and proactive Senior HR Advisor to join a dynamic and growing organisation based in Aberdeen. This is an excellent opportunity for an HR professional looking to take the next step in their career and who enjoys working in a hands-on generalist role, partnering with managers and employees to deliver high-quality HR support across the business.

Reporting into senior leadership and working closely with a global HR function, you will play a key role in supporting day-to-day HR operations, employee relations matters, people initiatives, and continuous improvement projects.

Key Responsibilities

HR Advisory & Employee Support

• Act as the first point of contact for HR-related queries from managers and employees.
• Provide practical, commercially focused HR advice and guidance.
• Support the full employee lifecycle, including onboarding, development, and offboarding activities.
• Ensure consistent application of policies, procedures, and employment legislation.

Employee Relations

• Advise and support managers on employee relations matters including absence management, disciplinary processes, performance management, and grievances.
• Facilitate investigations, meetings, and documentation where required.
• Escalate complex cases appropriately while ensuring risks are effectively managed.

Manager Coaching & Support

• Build strong relationships with leaders across the business.
• Coach managers on best practice people management and HR processes.
• Support workforce planning and organisational development initiatives.

HR Administration & Compliance

• Maintain accurate employee records and HR systems.
• Support payroll and benefits administration by ensuring employee data is accurate and up to date.
• Produce HR metrics and reports to support business decision-making.
• Ensure compliance with employment legislation and internal policies.

Engagement, Performance & Development

• Support employee engagement initiatives and wellbeing activities.
• Assist with performance management processes and development discussions.
• Contribute to learning and development activities and talent initiatives.

Projects & Continuous Improvement

• Support HR projects and organisational change initiatives.
• Identify opportunities to improve HR processes, systems, and ways of working.
• Contribute to the ongoing development of the HR function.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Previous experience in a Senior HR Advisor or equivalent HR generalist role.
• Strong knowledge of UK employment legislation and HR best practice.
• Experience managing employee relations cases from start to finish.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• The ability to build credibility and influence at all levels of the organisation.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• A proactive and solutions-focused approach.
• Proficiency with HR systems and Microsoft Office applications.

Desirable

• CIPD Level 5 qualified (or above).
• Experience within the energy, engineering, industrial, manufacturing, or technical sectors.
• Experience supporting change management and HR projects.

What's on Offer?

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Hybrid working model with up to 2 days per week working from home.
• Opportunity to work closely with senior leadership and global HR colleagues.
• Varied and rewarding generalist HR role.
• Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities.
• Collaborative, supportive, and people-focused working environment.

Apply

If you are an experienced HR professional looking to take the next step in your career and join a progressive organisation in Aberdeen, we'd be delighted to hear from you. Apply today for a confidential discussion.