Senior HR Adviser (Employee Relations)
York YO24
New Jobs
Permanent
£38,510 - £42,122 a year
- Engage as a strategic partner, managing complex employee relations matters, providing guidance on employment law, and leading organisational change initiatives.
- Ideal candidates will possess extensive HR knowledge, strong interpersonal skills, and experience handling employee relations cases in a charity or similar environment.
- This full-time position is based in York with a flexible work culture, offering competitive benefits and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.
At IDAS (Independent Domestic Abuse Services), we are committed to supporting individuals and families impacted by domestic abuse and sexual violence. As the leading specialist charity in Yorkshire, we are looking for dedicated, compassionate, and courageous individuals to join our inclusive and inspiring team. Whether you're seeking a meaningful career or a new challenge, this is your opportunity to contribute to life-changing work in a supportive and flexible environment.
We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace. We value the unique perspectives and experiences that individuals from all backgrounds bring, and we actively encourage applications from underrepresented groups.
Working closely with the Head of People, you'll become a trusted partner to managers across the organisation, providing guidance on employee relations, policy and organisational change while helping to create a positive people culture.
Your responsibilities as Senior HR Advisor
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Manage complex employee relations matters including disciplinary, grievance, absence, capability, performance and workplace conflict cases.
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Provide expert guidance on employment law, HR policies and best practice to managers and stakeholders.
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Lead and support organisational change programmes, including TUPE transfers, including due diligence, consultations and transition planning.
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Coach managers to strengthen people management capability and reduce organisational risk.
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Contribute to recruitment, onboarding and wider People projects that improve engagement and operational effectiveness.
What we're looking for in a Senior HR Advisor
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CIPD Level 5 qualification or above.
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Strong knowledge of UK employment legislation and current HR best practice.
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Proven capability managing complex employee relations casework.
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Practical experience supporting organisational change programmes, including TUPE transfers.
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Experience advising managers and senior stakeholders on complex people matters.
In return, we offer:
- Comprehensive training and development opportunities
- Competitive salary: £38,510 FTE to £42,122 FTE or £31,224.32 to £34,152.97 Pro-Rata for 30 hours per week. (Depending upon experience)
- 26 days annual leave plus statutory bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time)
- Contributory pension scheme
- Employer-paid health cash plan
- Access to national discount schemes
Contract: Permanent
Location: Based in York with travel across North and South Yorkshire
Hours: 30 hours per week. Hybrid working with option to work from home following successful completion of probation.
If you're ready to take the next step in your career as a Senior HR Advisor, we'd love to hear from you.
Please refer to the job description linked in the right-hand menu for more detailed information about the role and click on Apply below.
Closing date: 09:00 AM on 21/09/2026
Interview date: TBC week commencing 28/09/2026
We look forward to receiving your completed application.
If you have any queries regarding your application, please email: hrandpayroll@idas.org.uk