HR Advisor - Cambridge - CB21

About us

Dardan have a wealth of experience in delivering smart security solutions that go beyond safeguarding buildings, property, and staff. We combine the best in technology, mobile services, physical guarding, and consultancy.

We are a people-focused, privately owned specialist security company. We choose our employees carefully and value them greatly because we know our people are our greatest asset. We invest in their development and provide opportunities to build rewarding careers within the security industry.

A career with Dardan means joining an ACS Pacesetter and a company recognised by Infologue as “One to Watch.”

Our mission

Be ethical, be authentic, be agile and be smart.

We do our best and then do a little bit more, every time.

Our Vision

To be a trusted partner for Security solutions through intelligence, innovation, and influence.

Reward and Benefits

• Unlimited training and opportunities to progress

• From £30,000 to £32,000 per annum

• 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday

• Hybrid working, with at least 3 days in our Head Office

• 20 days holiday, plus Bank Holidays

• Recognition rewards

• Access to a 24/7 employee wellbeing support line

• Virtual GP Service

• Earn an extra bonus through recommend a Friend Scheme, no limits

The Opportunity

We are looking for a HR Advisor to join our HR team based in our Head Office. Reporting to the HR Manager, with direct access to the Head of HR, you will play a key role in delivering a high-quality HR service across the business. This is an excellent opportunity for a HR professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys supporting both employees and managers throughout the full employee lifecycle.

The successful candidate will provide expert advice on employee relations matters, support HR projects, ensure compliance with employment legislation, and contribute to the continuous improvement of HR processes and practices.

Your duties include (but are not limited to):

• Support the HR team in delivering a comprehensive in-house HR service across the business

• Provide support on a range of employee relations matters such as investigations, disciplinary actions, and grievance processes

• Assist in the creation, review and implementation of HR policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with current employment legislation and business objectives

• Manage HR administration throughout the employee lifecycle

• Manage SIA licence administration, including renewals

• Assist with full TUPE processes, including consultations, legal due diligence and governance, maintaining accurate employee data and documentation

• Manage of uniform requirements, including ordering, stock control, distribution and administration

• Maintain accurate employee records and ensure HRIS are up to date

• Build and maintain effective working relationships with stakeholders across the business

Full in-house training will be provided.

Essential Skills and Experience

• CIPD Level 3 qualification (Level 5 qualification is desirable)

• Right to work in the UK and a five-year checkable history

• Previous experience in a HR Advisor or similar HR generalist position

• Knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practices

• Experience handling employee relations cases from start to finish

• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities

• Strong administrative and reporting capabilities with a high level of accuracy

• The ability to build credibility and positive working relationships at all levels

• Knowledge of the MS packages (excel, word, outlook)

Diversity, Inclusion and Equality

At Dardan, we are committed to building a workforce of talented, intuitive and ethical professionals. We achieve this by attracting and retaining people from diverse backgrounds and creating an inclusive environment for our employees and clients.

We recruit based on talent, skills and potential and continue to develop a culture where everyone is respected and valued. We believe diversity of thought, experience and perspective strengthens our business, encourages innovation and supports better collaboration.

We welcome applications from people who share our values and want to be part of a professional, supportive and forward-thinking security team.

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