HR Adviser (Projects)
| Posting date: | 21 November 2025 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 07 December 2025 |
| Location: | Reading, Berkshire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue Service |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 25/64 |
Summary
Join Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue Service as an HR Adviser (Projects), where you’ll play a key role in driving change and enhancing HR and payroll processes.
This is a 12-month fixed term position based at our Headquarters in Reading.
We are looking for an organised, analytical, and forward-thinking HR Adviser (Projects) to support the continuous improvement of our HR and payroll processes.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a strong HR background who enjoys problem-solving, data analysis, and developing efficient systems that make a real difference.
If you’re passionate about process improvement and delivering high-quality HR services, we’d love to hear from you.
About you:
In this role, you’ll be identifying and implementing process improvements within HR and payroll. You’ll work collaboratively across the Service to enhance consistency, efficiency, and data-driven decision-making.
This is a key role within our HR function, that will be co-ordinating and improving HR and payroll processes across the organisation. This will include mapping out processes, spotting areas for improvement, and investigating the sources of any challenges.
The role will focus on payroll accuracy and providing hands-on support across a wide range of HR activities.
You will be an experienced individual who will be able to confidently undertake a range of project tasks. You will also ensure compliance with legislative requirements while maintaining high standards of employee relations and data integrity.
This role offers a great opportunity to make a difference in an evolving public service environment and in an organisation that invests in continuing development.
A range of post-appointment training will be provided as appropriate.
This role will be predominantly office based.
The key focus of this role (Key Responsibilities and Deliverables) is:
- Map and review existing HR and payroll processes to identify areas for improvement.
- Work on multiple improvement projects, ensuring clear communication and timely delivery.
- Use HR systems and automation tools to streamline processes and improve service quality.
- Conduct payroll audits and checks to ensure accuracy and compliance.
- Provide advice and guidance to managers and employees on employment policies, legislation, and best practice.
- Maintain data protection and ensure high data quality across HR systems.
- Support wider HR projects and contribute to continuous service improvement initiatives.
Key role requirements (knowledge, skills and experience):
• CIPD level 5 qualified or working towards.
• Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office and the ability to use and adapt to various HR systems.
• Strong experience in transactional HR and providing professional HR advice.
• Excellent attention to detail.
Closing date for applications is 23:59 hours 7 December 2025
It is anticipated that the assessment/interview process will be on 11 and 15 December 2025.
Anticipated start date: 5 January 2026
This is a 12-month fixed term position based at our Headquarters in Reading.
We are looking for an organised, analytical, and forward-thinking HR Adviser (Projects) to support the continuous improvement of our HR and payroll processes.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a strong HR background who enjoys problem-solving, data analysis, and developing efficient systems that make a real difference.
If you’re passionate about process improvement and delivering high-quality HR services, we’d love to hear from you.
About you:
In this role, you’ll be identifying and implementing process improvements within HR and payroll. You’ll work collaboratively across the Service to enhance consistency, efficiency, and data-driven decision-making.
This is a key role within our HR function, that will be co-ordinating and improving HR and payroll processes across the organisation. This will include mapping out processes, spotting areas for improvement, and investigating the sources of any challenges.
The role will focus on payroll accuracy and providing hands-on support across a wide range of HR activities.
You will be an experienced individual who will be able to confidently undertake a range of project tasks. You will also ensure compliance with legislative requirements while maintaining high standards of employee relations and data integrity.
This role offers a great opportunity to make a difference in an evolving public service environment and in an organisation that invests in continuing development.
A range of post-appointment training will be provided as appropriate.
This role will be predominantly office based.
The key focus of this role (Key Responsibilities and Deliverables) is:
- Map and review existing HR and payroll processes to identify areas for improvement.
- Work on multiple improvement projects, ensuring clear communication and timely delivery.
- Use HR systems and automation tools to streamline processes and improve service quality.
- Conduct payroll audits and checks to ensure accuracy and compliance.
- Provide advice and guidance to managers and employees on employment policies, legislation, and best practice.
- Maintain data protection and ensure high data quality across HR systems.
- Support wider HR projects and contribute to continuous service improvement initiatives.
Key role requirements (knowledge, skills and experience):
• CIPD level 5 qualified or working towards.
• Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office and the ability to use and adapt to various HR systems.
• Strong experience in transactional HR and providing professional HR advice.
• Excellent attention to detail.
Closing date for applications is 23:59 hours 7 December 2025
It is anticipated that the assessment/interview process will be on 11 and 15 December 2025.
Anticipated start date: 5 January 2026
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