HR Adviser

Full-time, permanent

£30,000 per annum - £35,000 per annum

Based: Predominantly office based

Are you passionate about putting the ‘human’ in Human Resources?



We’re looking for an experienced HR Adviser with a strong background in employee relations to join our HR Operations team. This is a HR generalist role, you will be responsible for providing comprehensive HR support across the business, ensuring our policies and procedures are implemented effectively. This is an exciting opportunity, where you’ll play a key role in supporting managers and employees across of areas of HR. 

We are undergoing an exciting period of expansion, enhancing our capabilities and extending our reach to more effectively meet the evolving needs of the market and our partners.

Hood Group is a UK-based insurance provider that partners with start-ups, consumer brands, and large insurers to deliver innovative insurance solutions. Established in 1983 and with over 40 years’ experience working across the insurance industry, the company aims to help its partners, including well-known household brands and high street retailers, such as John Lewis Partnership and Ticker Insurance to name a couple, to transform their insurance proposition by delivering innovative business models and products that enhance customer engagement and drive growth.

What will I do in the role? 

• Provide 1st & 2nd line HR support to managers and employees
• Ensure HR policies and procedures are up to date and compliant with UK legislation
• Support managers within the recruitment process
• Maintain accurate HR records, producing reports for management
• Participate or lead in HR projects such as process improvement
• Administrate payroll monthly activities 

What do I need?

• Strong administration skills
• Previous experience in HR and understanding of employment law
• Experience in ER case management and improving HR metrics - beneficial
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to work with individuals at all levels
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• A collaborative team player as well as able to work alone
• Able to deal with change effectively
• Able to demonstrate empathy and apply policy
• Exposure to HRIS

Why work for us?

Being a part of our team doesn’t just mean meeting goals – it’s about belonging to a vibrant community that makes working at Hood Group so special.

Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

• Holiday allowance of 31 days (including bank holidays)
• Access to our Christmas Savings Club
• Engaging company events that strengthen the Hood Group community
• A rewarding work culture, supported by our employee recognition scheme – Hood Heroes
• Employee Assistance Program
• Income protection cover
• Eye care vouchers, including discount on glasses
• Pension scheme

And there’s more benefits…….

We have a new, modern, airy office based right in the heart of Southend-on-Sea, just off the high street. This is a key part of our hybrid model, having a space where people can work together collaboratively and catch up in person. Whether that’s coming in for training, meetings, workshops or simply coming in to work!

We offer home working for all staff, whether regularly or occasionally, allowing flexibility and a good work life balance around other commitments and family life.

We will provide your laptop and any other professional equipment required.