People Partner - South West

Senior People Advisor/ Partner (6 month FTC)

Remote/ Hybrid – Bristol

Up to £60k p.a

Our client, a growing fin-tech business, has an exciting opportunity for a People Advisor to join their team!

The role:

· This is a hands-on, varied role where you’ll make a real difference, leading initiatives that enhance engagement, culture, and growth.

· People Partnerships: Build and maintain strong relationships with managers,

providing guidance and support on all people-related matters. This can include all parts of the employee lifecycle including recruitment, appraisals, maternity, flexible working, sickness leave, progression etc. Advising on policies, procedures, and employment legislation.

· Employee Relations: Support employees and managers in resolving employee

relations matters—including disciplinary actions, grievances, and absence

management—with fairness, empathy, and transparency.

· Employee Engagement & People Projects: Lead initiatives that enhance employee engagement and strengthen workplace culture. Collaborate with employees and teams to develop meaningful people-focused projects, such as Learning & Development, Benefits, and Culture, ensuring they align with organisational needs and foster a positive, supportive work environment.

· Policy & Process Communication: Ensure HR policies and processes are

communicated with clarity and empathy, enabling employees to understand and

navigate them with confidence while maintaining fairness and consistency.

· Culture & Values Alignment: Champion and embed the company’s culture and

values in every People initiative, ensuring employees feel connected, valued, and

aligned with the organisation’s mission.

· Team Contribution: Encourage innovation and collaboration within the People team by bringing fresh ideas and insights that drive continuous improvement and

contribute to a thriving workplace.

Key skills/ experience:

· A people-first HR professional with 3+ years of experience, ideally CIPD Level 5 or higher.

· Skilled in HR policies, employment law, and employee relations, balancing business needs with employee wellbeing.

· Empathetic, approachable, and a natural relationship-builder, fosters trust at all

levels.

· Discreet and professional, handling sensitive matters with care, confidentiality, and integrity.

· Adaptable and hands-on, thriving in a dynamic environment where you can contribute across multiple areas.

· A strong communicator, providing clear, thoughtful guidance to managers and employees.