HR Advisor

 

Location: London
Contract Type: Fixed-Term Contract
Contract Length: 6 months, with possibility to extend and/or convert to permanent employee
Reports to: Head of HR

JOB SUMMARY:

We’re looking for an experienced HR Advisor to join OP London on a 6-month fixed-term contract. This role is a key part of the HR team, providing practical, people-focused guidance across the full employee lifecycle. 

You’ll act as a trusted advisor to employees and managers, offering fair, consistent, and legally compliant HR advice across employee relations, performance management, payroll, benefits, and learning & development. This is a hands-on role suited to someone confident operating in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. 
 

RESPONSIBILITIES 

HR Advice & Employee Support 

• Act as a first point of contact for employee and manager HR queries, providing fair, timely, and practical guidance 

• Advise managers on day-to-day people management, including navigating sensitive or challenging conversations 

• Support performance management processes, including goal setting, development planning, and role clarity 

• Support employees through family leave processes, ensuring clarity, consistency, and a positive experience before and after leave 

• Proactively support employee wellbeing and mental health initiatives 

• Manage medical leave cases and Occupational Health referrals, escalating where appropriate 

• Partner with Operations to ensure compliance with health and safety requirements 

• Plan and deliver employee engagement initiatives and learning sessions 

• Stay up to date with UK employment law and HR best practice 

Payroll & Benefits 

• Manage and coordinate monthly payroll processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness 

• Partner with Finance and payroll teams on reporting and reconciliation 

• Maintain and administer employee benefits, including enrolments, changes, and audits 

• Communicate benefits clearly and support employees in understanding their entitlements 

Employee Relations 

• Manage employee relations matters including performance improvement plans, probation outcomes, and conduct concerns 

• Partner closely with senior HR leaders on complex or sensitive cases 

• Support organisational change initiatives, including restructures and redundancy consultation processes 

Compliance, Reporting & Processes 

• Ensure ongoing compliance with UK employment law and internal policies 

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