Regional HR Advisor

Actively Reviewing the Applications

Haystack

2–4 years

Posted 2 days ago • Apply by June 11, 2026

Job Description

HR Advisor

We're working with a leading mechanical and engineering powerhouse that keeps the UK construction industry moving on this exciting opportunity.

As a Regional HR Advisor, you will take full ownership of employee relations and strategic operations across the North of England. This is a high-impact role where you will act as a trusted partner to managers, utilizing your expertise in coaching, mentoring, and complex ER casework to drive organizational excellence and workforce performance.

The Role

Lead on complex Employee Relations (ER) casework including disciplinary, grievance, and high-volume absenteeism management for both Short-Term (STS) and Long-Term Sickness (LTS).
Act as a regional business partner, coaching and mentoring managers on HR best practices, statutory legal requirements, and payroll-impacting data accuracy.
Drive the full employee lifecycle, from overseeing onboarding and training development plans to managing performance reviews and mid-probation follow-ups.
Analyze HR metrics and statistical data points to provide actionable commercial insights to Regional HRBPs, supporting regional workforce planning.
Champion HR innovation by developing and implementing local and national HR policies, ensuring 100% compliance with Data Protection and UK employment law.

What You'll Need

Professional HR Qualification: CIPD Level 5 certification is essential (or a degree-level equivalent in HR Management).
Proven experience in a Regional HR Advisor or Generalist role, ideally within a fast-paced engineering, construction, or technical environment.
Robust technical proficiency in HRIS databases and IT systems (Microsoft Office Suite, HR Portals, and Data Management tools).
Exceptional communication skills with the ability to deliver punchy HR presentations and briefings to diverse internal stakeholders.
A proactive, mobile mindset: You must be comfortable with regional travel across the Northwest, Northeast, and Midlands to support on-site requirements.

What's On Offer

Competitive salary up to £40,000 per annum plus a dedicated regional car allowance for travel.
Flexible hybrid working model with 2 days remote and 3 days regional/on-site presence.
Significant professional development opportunities within a national HR function of a growing industry leader.

Apply via Haystack today!