Start Your Career in Human Resources: Trainee HR Advisor Role!

Start Your Career in Human Resources: Trainee HR Advisor Role!

Are you a motivated graduate or an aspiring professional eager to launch your career in Human Resources? Indeed, an exciting opportunity has arisen for a Trainee HR Advisor to join our dedicated HR team at Johnstons of Elgin in Scotland. Based at our historic Elgin site, this full-time role offers a starting salary from £26,577 per annum, depending on your current experience. Specifically, you will work 38 hours per week from Monday to Friday, though we are open to considering different working hours for the right candidate. If you want to develop professionally within a luxury, sustainable brand, this position provides the perfect foundation.

About the Role

As a graduate or trainee, you will support the wider HR team across a diverse range of people-related activities. Consequently, you will gain invaluable hands-on experience in all aspects of modern HR management. You will report directly to the Senior HR Advisor, who will provide continuous coaching to help you learn and grow.

Key Responsibilities

In this role, your daily tasks will keep you engaged with our workforce. For example, your core duties will include:

• Day-to-Day Support: You will provide regular HR support and practical guidance to managers and team members across the business.

• Employee Relations: You will assist with employee relations cases, including absence, disciplinary, and grievance matters, while receiving full support and coaching.

• Performance Management: You will assist with performance management processes and offer guidance to managers where needed.

• Compliance: You will help ensure that all internal HR policies and procedures are followed correctly, keeping the company compliant with current employment law.

• Data & Reporting: You will maintain highly accurate HR records and assist the team with regular reporting and data tracking.

• Team Contribution: You will attend team meetings, contribute practical HR support, and get involved in wider company-wide HR initiatives.

About You

We are looking for an enthusiastic individual who takes pride in their work. Ideally, you bring the following skills and attributes to our team:

• Communication: You are a confident communicator with a friendly, approachable style.

• Attitude: You possess a proactive and positive attitude towards your daily work.

• Eagerness to Learn: You are genuinely eager to develop your employee relations knowledge with internal guidance and support.

• Organization: You have strong organizational skills and pay close attention to detail.

• Data Skills: You feel comfortable working with numbers and data. Furthermore, practical experience using Excel or analyzing data will give you a distinct advantage.

• Integrity: You can handle confidential and sensitive information with utmost professionalism.

• Teamwork: You work equally well on your own initiative and as part of a collaborative team.

• Education: A degree in HR, Business Management, or a related field is desirable, but it is not strictly essential.

Perks & Position Details

• Salary: From £26,577 per year (dependent on experience).

• Job Type: Graduate, Full-Time, Permanent.

• Schedule: 38 hours per week, Monday to Friday (flexible hours considered for the right fit).

• Development: Structured mentorship from senior HR professionals and clear career progression pathways.

About Johnstons of Elgin

Founded in 1797, Johnstons of Elgin is an innovative, luxury clothing brand celebrating over 225 years of experience in working with the world’s finest fibres. Across three centuries, our family-owned company has carefully sourced cashmere and fine woollen fibres from around the globe. In addition, we apply the latest technology and highest quality craft expertise in our very own vertical Scottish mills.

Employing over 1,000 staff, our valued employees and communities sit at the very heart of everything we do. Therefore, we focus heavily on sustainability, working with natural, renewable, and biodegradable fibres to maintain a minimal environmental footprint.

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Johnstons of Elgin is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We wholeheartedly support the principles of equality and diversity to build an inclusive workforce. Importantly, our aim is to embed diversity and inclusion in everything we do to create an environment where our employees feel safe to be their whole authentic selves.

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies show that women and people of colour are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every qualification. However, we are dedicated to building an authentic workplace. Therefore, if you are excited about this role but your experience does not align perfectly, we still encourage you to apply!

How to Apply

To take your first step into Human Resources, please submit your CV along with a detailed cover letter. In your letter, please outline your genuine interest in the role and explain why you feel you are a suitable candidate.