Job Title: People Advisor- CIPD

Location: Blackburn (outskirts) – office-based with 1 day working from home
Salary: upto £45k + benefits
Working Pattern: Full-time, hybrid (3 days office / 2 day WFH )


About the Opportunity

I am partnering with a fast-growing, award-winning UK business operating within a technical services environment. Known for its people-first culture, strong values, and ambitious growth plans, this organisation offers a genuinely exciting opportunity for an experienced People Advisor to make a real impact.

This is not a "sit in the background" HR role — you’ll be at the heart of the business, influencing decisions, shaping culture, and supporting leaders in a fast-paced, evolving environment.


The Role

Reporting into the Head of People & Culture, you’ll act as a trusted advisor to managers and employees, supporting the delivery of the people strategy across the full employee lifecycle.

You’ll combine hands-on HR delivery with involvement in people projects and cultural initiatives, helping to build an engaged, high-performing workforce.


Key Responsibilities

Employee Relations & Advisory
*Act as first point of contact for managers and employees on HR matters
*Provide guidance on disciplinaries, grievances, absence, and performance management
*Coach managers to build confidence and capability in people management
*Support a positive, feedback-driven culture
People Operations & Compliance
*Ensure HR policies and processes are compliant with UK employment law and GDPR
*Maintain accurate HR records and oversee documentation (contracts, offer letters, changes)
*Support onboarding and induction processes
*Produce and analyse HR metrics to inform business decisions
Engagement, Culture & Wellbeing
*Support initiatives that drive engagement, retention, and employee wellbeing
*Help embed company values across the organisation
*Partner with managers and HSE teams to support employee wellbeing strategies
Talent & Development
*Support recruitment activity and talent attraction strategies
*Assist managers with workforce planning and hiring processes
*Deliver training sessions (e.g. people skills, compliance, onboarding)
*Promote continuous development and performance management processes
Reward & Projects
*Support salary benchmarking and benefits initiatives
*Assist with payroll liaison where needed
*Contribute to HR projects (e.g. HR systems, process improvements, cultural initiatives)

About You

You’ll be a confident and pragmatic HR professional who enjoys working in a fast-moving environment and building strong relationships across the business.

Essential:
*CIPD Level 5 qualified (or equivalent experience)
*Strong working knowledge of UK employment law
*Proven experience managing employee relations casework
*Experience in a generalist HR role (Advisor level or similar)
*Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
*Highly organised with strong attention to detail
*Comfortable working in a fast-paced, changing environment
Desirable:
*Experience in a service-led, operational, or technical environment
*Familiarity with HR systems and data reporting
*Experience supporting change or transformation initiatives

What’s on Offer
*Salary circa £40,000- £45,000 (negotiabe for the perfect candidate)
*Hybrid working (1 day from home)
*Supportive, collaborative culture
*Opportunity to influence and shape people practices
*Exposure to business-wide projects and senior stakeholders
*Clear opportunity for development and progression

Why Apply?

This is a brilliant opportunity for an HR professional who wants more than just a transactional role. You’ll join a business that genuinely values its people function and gives you the platform to make a visible impact.

Send your CV to or call me on for more information.