Make a difference through great people and expert HR
We’re looking for a passionate, people‑focused HR professional to join Willen Hospice as our HR Advisor. This is a varied, hands‑on role within our People Services team.
As part of the People Services team, you’ll work closely with the Head of People Services, HR Business Partner and wider team to deliver a high-quality operational HR service that directly supports our strategic people agenda.
If you’re passionate about HR, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and want to make a real difference to the people who care for our patients, then this could be your perfect next step.
✅ Provide expert advice and guidance to managers on employee relations matters, including absence, disciplinary, grievance and capability, ensuring fair, consistent and legally compliant outcomes.
✅ Manage end-to-end recruitment and on-boarding, utilising cost-effective and inclusive solutions that attract diverse talent.
✅ Use data, insight and HR systems to maintain accurate records, generate management information and support evidence-based decision making.
✅ Process payroll information accurately and on time, including mid-year salary reviews and sick pay calculations.
✅ Champion people initiatives across Diversity, Equality & Inclusion (DEI), wellbeing and employee engagement.
✅ Contribute to the review and update of HR policies, procedures and practices in line with current employment legislation.
- A minimum 3 years’ experience in a generalist HR advisory role.
- CIPD qualified to level 5, or working towards this, or equivalent demonstrable experience.
- Solid employment law knowledge and practical experience across recruitment, employee relations and operational HR.
- Experience using an HR database and supporting payroll processes.
- Excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills, with high levels of empathy and resilience.
Set in the tranquil grounds of Willen Lake, Willen Hospice is the leading provider of specialist palliative care in the Milton Keynes area. We offer round-the-clock, expert care to local patients with a life-limiting illness, both in their own homes and in our In-Patient Unit. Our passionate staff and volunteers make sure our care is personalised to each patient’s needs and supports their loved ones too. We have a thriving Therapeutic & Wellbeing service providing counselling, physiotherapy, activity groups and more, and a specialist Lymphoedema service. As a registered charity, we raise vital funds through our dedicated Business Development team and our growing portfolio of high street and online shops, to ensure our care stays free of charge.
