Cotteswold Dairy • Tewkesbury, South West GL20 8JE

HR Advisor

About this role

Human Resources Advisor (CIPD Level 5)

Are you a personable and proactive HR professional ready to make a real impact?

Cotteswold Dairy, a proud family-owned business established in 1938, are looking for an enthusiastic HR Advisor to join our friendly, fast-paced HR team. This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a varied generalist role, supporting the HR Manager across the full employee lifecycle while driving meaningful HR projects and initiatives.

Location

Tewkesbury (Fully office-based)

Hours

40 hours per week

Department

Human Resources

What You’ll Be Doing

  • Offering expert advice and guidance to managers and employees on a wide range of HR matters – from employee relations to performance and absence management
  • Supporting and coaching line managers to help them grow their people management skills
  • Handling generalist HR administration such as contract changes, leavers, and retention
  • Partnering with departments including Payroll, Recruitment, and L&D to ensure a seamless people experience
  • Playing a key role in HR projects and policy updates that support our HR strategy
  • Analysing HR data and reporting on key metrics to drive continuous improvement
  • Promoting employee benefits, representing us at local job fairs and schools, and being a champion for positive workplace culture

About You

  • CIPD Level 5 qualified
  • A confident communicator with a warm and engaging approach
  • Strong working knowledge of UK employment law
  • Highly organised and calm under pressure, with a proactive mindset
  • Skilled in building trusted relationships at all levels of a business
  • Comfortable working both independently and collaboratively as part of a wider team

Desirable

  • Experience in a multi-site organisation
  • Knowledge of HR systems and project delivery

Why Join Us?

At Cotteswold Dairy, we’re more than just milk. We’re a company built on tradition, teamwork and trust. We value people – and we know our success starts with them. In return for your hard work and dedication, we offer:

  • A supportive environment where your ideas are welcomed
  • The opportunity to grow and shape your HR career
  • Involvement in exciting HR projects that make a difference

Ready to be part of something meaningful?

Apply today and help shape the future of ‘Team Cotteswold’!