Job Description

PGI is a global consultancy that helps organisations build digital resilience. We deploy our people to implement solutions on behalf of clients or to support them in developing their own capabilities. Our vision is a world resilient to digital threats and online harm.




As PGI grows, so does our Human Resources team. We're looking for an HR Advisor who enjoys variety, thrives in a fast-moving, generalist environment, and wants to make a meaningful contribution to how we support and develop our people. As a smaller consultancy, we offer the flexibility to shape your role, explore new ideas, and make an impact without unnecessary layers of process or red tape. In this role, you'll provide expert HR support across the full employee lifecycle. You'll focus on compliance and advice, aligning with best practice.




Working closely with the wider HR team, you'll act as a trusted advisor to employees, and line managers continuously improving processes, and supporting the delivery of HR projects. You'll be part of a small, collaborative HR team made up of our Head of HR, HR Business Partner, and Talent Acquisition Partner a group that values curiosity, openness, and continuous learning. We work hard, trust each other to deliver, and empower one another to grow and succeed, without micromanagement. We're the kind of team where no question is too small, growth is encouraged, and everyone supports each other to succeed. Everyone has space to own their work, share ideas, and support one another to succeed.


You will work on a hybrid basis from our Bristol office, with occasional travel to our London office, in a visible, business facing role supporting managers and teams across the organisation.

What you'll be doing:

Serve as a friendly, approachable first point of contact for HR queries, providing generalist advice in line with policies, legislation, and best practice. Manage core HR processes across the full employee lifecycle, including recruitment administration, onboarding, induction, right to work checks, probation, performance, conduct, and exit interviews. Maintain accurate and confidential HR records in line with GDPR and ISO standards, ensuring readiness for audits and compliance with internal and external requirements. Produce regular HR reports and dashboards (e.g. headcount, absence, turnover) and supply ad-hoc data. Monitor key employee processes such as absence, leave, sickness and probation reviews, issuing reminders and supporting managers where required. Contribute to HR policy and process updates, recommending improvements and ensuring documentation remains compliant. Lead and support HR continuous improvement initiatives, identifying opportunities to streamline processes, enhance the employee experience, and drive operational efficiency. Support the development and optimisation of the HRIS, ensuring data accuracy and a user-friendly experience. Collaborate with key stakeholders and support HR projects, and department targets .

On Day One, You Will Bring

CIPD Level 3 or above, or another recognised foundational HR qualification (preferred).


Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, managing HR cases end-to-end with confidence, discretion, and sensitivity.


Solid knowledge and experience of UK employment legislation and HR procedures, including performance improvement, disciplinaries, grievances, appeals, and absence/wellbeing.


Strong interpersonal and communication skills, capable of building effective relationships at all levels.


High attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills.


Resilience, practicality, and self-starter qualities; comfortable working independently and in teams. you're proactive about learning, improving, and helping others do the same.




Excellent organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritise effectively.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at PGI

As a British company which operates internationally, we draw strength from the diversity of our people. Without our diverse team, we couldn't do the work we do. We are involved in projects across 80+ geographies, our people speak 25+ languages and come from a variety of backgrounds. By hiring and cultivating a diverse, equitable and inclusive workforce, we can uphold values that enable every member of the team to thrive, while delivering novel solutions to novel problems.

Accessibility at PGI

Every individual has different requirements, so we are committed to implementing reasonable adjustments to mitigate physical and non-physical barriers in the workplace.


We strive to make the recruitment process as accessible as possible, but if you have any questions or concerns, please get in touch.

Please note: We are not accepting applications or speculative profiles from any recruitment agencies. If we require additional resource, we will reach out to you.