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HR Advisor

Full time Permanent

Job Description

At the HCPC, every role contributes to safeguarding the public and upholding standards in health and care. As an HR Advisor, you’ll be at the heart of our people function supporting managers and employees with practical, timely advice and ensuring our core HR processes run smoothly.
You’ll work closely with the HR Business Partner and wider team, gaining exposure across the full employee lifecycle from recruitment and onboarding to employee relations, payroll, and people data.
This is an excellent opportunity for an HR professional looking to deepen their generalist experience in a collaborative and supportive environment.
 
Your key responsibilities will include:
  • Acting as a first point of contact for HR queries, providing clear advice to managers and employees
  • Supporting recruitment activities end-to-end, including onboarding and employer branding initiatives
  • Advising on employee relations matters such as probation, capability and disciplinary cases, with support from the HR Business Partner
  • Supporting the monthly payroll process and maintaining accurate HR data and records
  • Producing reports and insights on workforce data, identifying trends and opportunities for improvement
  • Keeping HR policies and procedures up to date and accessible
  • Supporting engagement activities, exit interviews, and absence management processes
What we’re looking for:
We’re looking for someone who combines strong HR foundations with a proactive, customer-focused approach. You will bring:
  • Experience in an HR advisory role, with exposure to employee relations and HR processes
  • Knowledge of recruitment, onboarding, and payroll administration
  • Confidence working with HR systems and people data
  • Strong understanding of UK employment law and HR best practice
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to handle sensitive matters with tact and professionalism
  • Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities
  • CIPD Level 5 (or working towards) or equivalent experience (desirable)
Why join us?
  • Be part of a purpose-driven organisation with real societal impact
  • Gain broad exposure across the full HR lifecycle
  • Work in a collaborative team where your development is supported
  • Opportunity to build your experience and progress within HR
Further details are available in the full Job Description and Person Specification.
 
Application Process:To apply, please submit: Your CV and Supporting Statement demonstrating how you meet the requirements of the job and essential criteria. We will not consider applications without a supporting statement. We are unable to provide feedback at application stage. 

Shortlisted candidates may be invited to an initial screening call shortly after the closing date, so please ensure you provide us with your updated contact information as part of your application.
 
Location: Hybrid working with a minimum attendance of 1-2 days a week at our office in London
Advert Closing Date: 8th July 2026 We reserve the right to close vacancies early due to high application volumes and therefore encourage you to apply early.
Interview Date: On-site interviews will be conducted at our London Kennington office in w/c 20 July 2026
 
HCPC's vision is to be recognised as an actively anti-discriminatory organisation that upholds and promotes best practice in equality, diversity and inclusion and an active ally for change. We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join the HCPC. Please refer to  HCPCs Behavioural Standards Framework.

What you'll earn (you won't find "competitive salary” written instead of a figure on our watch!)

£35,203 - £38,923 per annum

What you'll receive in return (Benefits)

Rewards and Benefits

  • 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays
  • 8% employer pension contribution
  • Ongoing training and professional membership support
  • Enhanced Employee Assistance Programme
  • Employee wellbeing and lifestyle rewards, Free online 24/7 GP

CIPD Requirement

Level 5 Required

Closing Date

05/07/2026
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