"HR Adviser"

Richmond American University London is seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic HR Adviser to join our small HR team to support and deliver proactive and responsive aspects for a full range of operational HR activities.

This is a varied HR generalist role, and a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys working with all aspects of HR. You will have previous experience working in a similar role at an HE institution. You will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills and have the ability to work well independently and as part of a team. You will be highly organised and be able to multi-task.

REPORTS TO: The HR Adviser reports to the Deputy Head of HR.

SUMMARY: The HR Adviser supports the Deputy Head of HR in all aspects of the operational day-to-day running of the Human Resources Department, ensuring delivery of a professional HR service through the provision of generalist advice across all aspects of HR to colleagues at all levels. Key responsibilities include providing HR advice and guidance, managing all aspects of the employee lifecycle, first line support for employee relations matters, and ensuring compliance with UK employment legislation and regulatory requirements.

MAIN DUTIES: The HR Adviser’s main duties are to:

• work closely with line managers to provide timely and accurate HR advice, guidance and support on a wide range of HR matters, including; recruitment, performance and development, absence, discipline and grievance, employee benefits. At all times ensuring advice provided is in line with current employment legislation and the University’s policies and procedures;
• manage all aspects of the employee lifecycle, including recruitment and advertisement, offers and contracts, visa sponsorship duties, pre-employment checks, on-boarding, payroll administration, sickness and maternity leave absences, and leavers. Provide advice to employees and managers as required and ensure accurate HR records are maintained at all times;
• produce and analyse regular and ad-hoc management information reports (e.g. headcount, probation, fixed-term contracts, Home Office status monitoring, Gender Pay Gap reporting, absence and benefits reporting) to identify improvement opportunities and ensure internal and external requirements are met;
• provide support in the day-to-day running of the HR Department including maintaining the HR System (currently Sage, implementation stage of IRIS Cascade) and ensuring all HR data is accurately logged and securely held in line with GDPR;
• maintain mandatory training records for all employees and support any changes in line with legal or University requirements;
• work closely with the Deputy Head of HR and Finance to administer US pay and benefits;
• keep up-to-date with employment law and relevant regulations and review and amend HR policies and procedures as necessary;
• assist with preparation of agendas and papers for meetings and take notes or minutes as needed;
• induct, supervise and appraise the work of the HR Student Assistant;
• undertake other duties, such as special projects, research, etc. as assigned by the Head of HR and Deputy Head of HR;
• adhere to and promote the University’s equality and health and safety policies and procedures.

This vacancy closes on Sunday 28th September 2025 and interviews will be held on Monday 6th October 2025. To apply for this role, please click on the 'Apply' button above.