About us
The insurance industry is evolving fast, and Alchemy is helping to shape that transformation. We’re a specialist technology consultancy and global centre of excellence that partners with leading insurers to modernise systems, improve customer experience, and develop the next generation of insurance talent.
Working with the world’s leading insurance software providers, our teams deliver industry-shaping transformation projects. We combine deep insurance knowledge with technical expertise and a strong people-first culture that supports learning, collaboration, and career growth.
Alchemy has grown rapidly over the past five years, now employing over X people across the UK and Ireland, with plans for further expansion in 2025. We’re hiring an experienced HR Advisor to help us grow, support our people, and shape the future of Alchemy. This role is key to supporting our continued expansion and delivering an exceptional employee experience across the UK and Ireland.
Why us?
Benefits
- Annual bonus (discretionary)
- Clear progression routes within the People function
- Hybrid and flexible working
- Enhanced pension and annual leave
- Electric Car Scheme
- Private Medical Insurance and Group Cash Plan
- Group Income Protection
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Inclusive culture recognised by Diversity Mark NI – Silver Standard
The role
The HR Advisor provides proactive, hands-on support across the full employee lifecycle, ensuring Alchemy’s people operations, culture and operations enable business growth. The role combines advisory, operational and analytical responsibilities with opportunities to contribute to HR projects, process improvements, and strategic initiatives as Alchemy continues to scale across the UK and Ireland.
Key Responsibilities
- Produce and interpret HR data, reports, and metrics to support business planning and decision-making.
- Partner with managers to build capability and provide pragmatic advice on employee relations, performance, and wellbeing.
- Maintain accurate HR records and ensure compliance with GDPR and employment legislation.
- Partner with managers to build capability and provide pragmatic advice on employee relations, performance, and wellbeing.
- Support and coach managers through disciplinary, grievance and absence management processes.
- Review and update HR policies and templates in line with best practice and legislation.
- Manage the full employee documentation cycle including contracts, offers, promotions and variations.
- Coordinate benefit renewals and ensure effective employee communications.
- Build strong relationships across teams, acting as a trusted advisor.
- Support DEI, engagement and community/partnership initiatives as part of Alchemy’s culture strategy.
- Contribute to scaling HR processes and systems as the organisation grows.
- Support learning, mentoring and professional development initiatives across consulting and technical teams.
- Contribute to HR transformation projects, helping to digitise and modernise HR systems and processes.
- Act as a trusted partner and ambassador for Alchemy’s culture, ensuring consistent and inclusive employee experiences across locations.
Essential Criteria
- Degree in Human Resources or related field.
- CIPD Level 5 (or working towards).
- Minimum 3 years’ experience in a generalist or advisory HR role.
- Strong knowledge of UK and NI employment law.
- Proficient in HRIS and data analysis.
Desirable Criteria
- Experience withing consulting, technology or professional services environment.
- Familiarity with HR digital systems or HR transformation projects.
- Experience supporting multi-site or cross border teams (UK & Ireland).
- Strong communication and influencing skills with the ability to build trust across teams.
Fair Employment and Equal Opportunities
Alchemy is an Equal Opportunities employer and proud holder of the Diversity Mark NI Silver Standard for diversity and inclusion.
All employment decisions are based on merit, capability, and business need, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds.
