Trainee HR Advisor

An exciting opportunity to build a career in HR with well-established and highly regarded HR consultancy Access2 Human Resources based in Salisbury as a Trainee HR Advisor.

As the Trainee HR Advisor you'll be supporting a diverse portfolio of small businesses across the UK. We are a small, friendly and supportive team, proud of our reputation for providing practical, pragmatic and commercially focused HR advice. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who has strong administration and communication skills and is looking to develop a career in HR.

You may already be working in HR administration, legal administration, compliance, professional services, customer advice or another role where accuracy, confidentiality and dealing with people are important.W

What You'll Do as our Trainee HR Advisor

  • Working alongside our experienced HR team, developing your knowledge and confidence across a broad range of HR activities.
  • Support with client queries by telephone and email, helping to ensure they receive a friendly, professional and timely service.
  • assist with HR administration and prepare employment documentation including contracts, offer letters, policies and other HR documents.
  • Maintain accurate case notes and client records using our case management systems and help administer HR systems on behalf of clients.
  • Support the team with employee relations matters, recruitment, onboarding and general HR queries, gaining practical experience of how employment law is applied in the workplace.
  • As your experience and confidence grow, you will gradually take on more responsibility for dealing directly with clients and providing HR advice.

About You

We are looking for someone who is naturally curious, organised and enjoys working with people.

You may have previous experience in an HR administration role, but this isn't essential. We would also be interested in candidates with backgrounds in legal administration, compliance, financial services, insurance, professional services, customer advice or another environment where accuracy, confidentiality and following procedures are important.

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills and be comfortable speaking to people on the telephone.
  • Strong administration and organisational skills, with excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage several tasks at the same time.
  • An interest in HR, employment law and helping businesses manage their people effectively.
  • Confident using Microsoft Office and be comfortable learning new systems and technology.
  • CIPD study or a relevant qualification would be advantageous, although it is not essential.

28 days holiday (inc bank holidays)

A day off on your birthday

Company sick pay

Onsite free parking

A friendly, supportive and collaborative working environment

Varied and interesting work with exposure to a wide range of HR issues and businesses

Full training and support to develop your HR knowledge and advisory skills

The opportunity to work towards a career as an HR Advisor

Please apply here with your CV if you are interested in developing a career in HR.

Permanent
10 August 2026
HR, Recruitment & Training
HR Assistant
Wiltshire, Salisbury
CIRCA £26K