People Advisor (Fixed-term 12 months, maternity cover) - #1749173

At Ascenti, we help thousands of people every day to elevate their health and live active lives. With over 25 years of experience in the public and private sectors, we’re proud to foster a progressive, values-led workplace where our people thrive.

About The Role

We’re looking for a People Advisor to join our People Team on a part-time, 12-month fixed-term basis. This is a pivotal role that supports our managers to lead confidently, build capability, and deliver great outcomes for their teams.

You’ll be the go-to expert for people-related matters within your business area, providing HR advice, coaching managers, and supporting casework in a way that empowers and upskills others. You’ll also play a key part in projects that bring our values to life - from inclusion and wellbeing initiatives to organisational development.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a strong HR foundation and advisory experience who thrives in a collaborative, people-focused environment. You’ll work as part of a supportive and experienced team, with the space to grow and make a real impact.

What You’ll Be Doing

As a People Advisor, you’ll:

• Provide first-line HR guidance and coaching to managers across your area.
• Develop strong relationships with stakeholders to support capability and confidence.
• Lead and support on employee relations casework, escalating where appropriate.
• Help implement plans for engagement, development, and succession.
• Contribute to people initiatives around wellbeing, inclusion, and cultural engagement.
• Work on cross-functional HR projects with the wider People Team.
• Monitor data trends and support continuous improvement.
• Promote a culture that reflects our values and enhances livelihoods.
  
  

Benefits & Culture

We strive to live and breathe our values, underpinned by a passion for what we do and a people-centric approach. Our benefits include flexible working, Vitality at Work membership, exclusive discounts, and more. Learn more at: ascenti.co.uk/benefits

Knowledge, Experience, And Qualifications

• Demonstrates a good understanding of relevant UK legislation; particularly employment law and worker-related regulation
• Working effectively to juggle competing priorities and balancing quality and quantity of work.
• Experience working in a HR environment.
• Previous experience working in an HR advisory capacity.
• Educated to degree level or equivalent professional experience.
• Achieved CIPD Level 3 and/or working towards CIPD Level 5.