HR Advisor​/ER Specialist

Human Resources (HR) Advisor Opportunity

Are you passionate about shaping a workplace where leaders thrive, people decisions are fair and inclusive? We’re looking for a dynamic HR Advisor to join our team and make a real impact! In this pivotal role, you’ll work closely with leaders to enhance their capability in all aspects of people management, providing expert guidance and fostering an environment of unbiased, inclusive, and capability‑based decision‑making.

Your mission includes proactively reducing formal cases by equipping leaders with tools and confidence to address challenges effectively and constructively, creating a culture where people feel supported, valued, and empowered to succeed. Join us and be part of a team shaping the future of people management.

• Contributory pension scheme and life assurance
• Performance‑Related Bonus scheme
• 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays, increasing each year); options to buy/sell holiday and enhanced parental leave
• Extensive learning opportunities from day one
• Free virtual GP service, Healthy Mind Champions, and more
• Staff discounts, exclusive holiday offers and free financial support and education

• Maintain sound knowledge of UK employment law, ACAS guidelines, CIPD codes of practice, contract law and discrimination rights, ensuring compliance and best practices.
• Provide advice and support on disciplinary and grievance cases, absence management, and coach line managers to foster a positive culture and work environment.
• Manage a personal caseload of complex employee relations issues, keeping senior leadership informed of risks.
• Assist in the development and implementation of HR policies and practices that align with organisational goals.
• Respond to and manage diverse situations while keeping long‑term objectives in mind and staying up to date with industry trends.
• Guide people service assistants on first‑line cases and mentor high‑potential team members.
• Apply strong negotiation skills to achieve mutually beneficial outcomes during disputes at all levels.
• Uphold confidentiality and integrity at all times.

At Rexel, we prioritise hiring individuals based on behaviours and potential rather than formal qualifications. The behaviours that will set you up for success:

• Manages ambiguity – operating effectively even when the way forward is unclear.
• Manages complexity – handling conflict situations effectively with minimal noise.
• Balances stakeholders – anticipating and balancing the needs of multiple stakeholders.
• Collaboration – building partnerships and working collaboratively to meet shared objectives.
• Takes accountability – takes action, addresses obstacles to get work done, and meets commitments.

At Rexel UK, we welcome people from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives because diversity drives fresh ideas and great results. By coming together as one team, we’re building a high‑performance culture that not only drives success but also creates real value for our customers and communities. Creating an environment where individuality is celebrated and creativity flourishes, we’re ensuring everyone feels supported and confident to be their best.