People Advisor

People Advisor

British Film Institute Closing date: Tue, 17 Nov 2026

Role: Human Resources
Contract: Contract
UK-wide

Thu, 05 Nov 2026 "> published -

Job Summary

Fixed Term Contract: until 05 November 2027 We are looking for an experienced People Advisor to provide a responsive and people-focused HR service, partnering with managers and employees across allocated business areas to provide practical advice and guidance throughout the employee lifecycle.

Job Description

£35,640 - £41,763 per annum

What you'll do

Provide advice and guidance across the employee lifecycle, including probation, performance, family leave, organisational change and employee exits.

Advise and coach managers on employee relations matters taking a practical, solutions-focused approach and escalating complex cases appropriately.

Contribute to workforce and recruitment planning, including team structures, job evaluation, pay and grading.

Deliver accurate and efficient people processes, maintaining employee records, contractual changes and HR systems.

Create a positive employee experience, using feedback and insights to continuously improve people practices across the BFI.

What you'll bring

Proven experience working in an HR / People Advisor or similar generalist role with experience of advising and supporting managers across a range of employee relations matters

Good knowledge of UK employment legislation and its practical application to employee relations and people management matters.

Excellent communication skills, with the ability to communicate tactfully and professionally with colleagues at all levels and handle confidential information appropriately.

Ability to apply anti-racist and inclusive principles when providing people advice and supporting people processes and practices.

Take a look at the full job description to learn more about the role and how you could be a great fit.

The closing date for applications is 23:59 on Tuesday 17 November 2026

First interviews will be held on 02 or 03 December 2026

Second interviews will be held on 08 or 10 December 2026

Job Requirements

Proven experience working in an HR / People Advisor or similar generalist role with experience of advising and supporting managers across a range of employee relations matters

Good knowledge of UK employment legislation and its practical application to employee relations and people management matters.

Excellent communication skills, with the ability to communicate tactfully and professionally with colleagues at all levels and handle confidential information appropriately.

Ability to apply anti-racist and inclusive principles when providing people advice and supporting people processes and practices.

Take a look at the full job description to learn more about the role and how you could be a great fit.

Job Responsibilities

Provide advice and guidance across the employee lifecycle, including probation, performance, family leave, organisational change and employee exits.

Advise and coach managers on employee relations matters taking a practical, solutions-focused approach and escalating complex cases appropriately.

Contribute to workforce and recruitment planning, including team structures, job evaluation, pay and grading.

Deliver accurate and efficient people processes, maintaining employee records, contractual changes and HR systems.

Create a positive employee experience, using feedback and insights to continuously improve people practices across the BFI.

Job Overview

  • Job Title: People Advisor
  • Salary: £30k-£40k
  • Hours: Full time
  • Role: Human Resources
  • Contract: Contract
  • Closing date: Tue, 17 Nov 2026
  • Location: UK-wide

How to Apply

Further details about the role, the BFI and our benefits can be obtained by visiting www.bfi.org.uk/about-bfi/job-opportunities.