About This Role

HR Adviser  

Ref: HRA26

Douglas, Isle of Man

22.5 hours a week

£24,028 per annum, based on a 22.5 hours per week

We are looking for an experienced and motivated HR Adviser to join our HR team at Autism Initiatives in the Isle of Man.

This is an exciting opportunity for a pragmatic, people-focused HR professional who enjoys working in partnership with managers and colleagues to provide high-quality advice, resolve complex people matters and help create a positive, inclusive and supportive working environment.

Working across the organisation, you will provide a comprehensive generalist HR advisory service, supporting managers and staff across the full employee lifecycle. You will play an important role in ensuring that HR policies and practices are applied consistently, fairly and in accordance with employment legislation and organisational values.

As HR Adviser, you will manage a varied caseload and provide advice and guidance across a broad range of employee relations matters, including:

• Absence Management and attendance
• Disciplinary and Grievance matters
• Performance Management
• Employee Relations and workplace disputes
• Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
• Organisational and People Change
• Family-friendly and Flexible Working arrangements
• Right to Work and Migrant Worker requirements

This role would suit a challenging, dynamic and creative team player, who is collaborative but who leads by example and has the ability to work under pressure, plan, prioritise and meet sometimes conflicting deadlines.

This is a truly rewarding role, with the opportunity for you to develop your existing skills and knowledge within a HR environment.

Ideally you will already have obtained a Level 5 CIPD qualification, or will be working towards and have relevant experience in a similar role.

This position is subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure for the successful applicant, costs of which will be met by Autism Initiatives

Closing Date: 12 noon on 18/09/2026

Interviews are scheduled to take place on week commencing 28/09/2026

We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time

What can we offer you?

• Full training and development programme to support you in your role
• Hybrid working for office staff
• Generous annual holiday entitlement, rising with years’ service.
• Free Employee Assistance programme with qualified advisors trained to help, 24 hours a day, any day of the year
• Long service annual leave entitlements
• Option to sell annual leave  (subject to eligibility)
• Monthly Staff cash prize draw (subject to eligibility)
• Medicash (subject to eligibility)

How to apply 

If you think you have what we are looking for and are interested in joining our team, we’d be delighted to hear from you. Please complete an online application.

If you would like to have a further discussion about the duties and responsibilities of this position, please contact Katy Royle (Assistant Director of People Operations) on katy.royle@autisminitiatives.org to arrange a call.

If you require any support with the application process, please contact Jessica Rens (People Partner) on Jessica.rens@autisminitiatives.org who will be happy to help you.

We are committed to equal opportunities in employment and in service delivery.

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Benefits of working with us

​In addition to competitive pay rates, a contributory pension, and generous holiday entitlements, you’ll have access to a range of additional benefits designed to recognise and reward the exceptional support our staff provide.

Some benefits are available immediately, while others are awarded over time to recognise loyalty, dedication, and long service. Please note that benefits may vary by role, location, and length of service. Full details of your benefits package will be available once you join.

Below is an overview of some of the benefits you may be eligible for:

• Monthly staff cash prize draw
• Your birthday off work every year
• Medicash health scheme (including reimbursement for medical costs, gym discounts, and more)
• Employee Assistance Programme – free expert support on childcare, probate, money management, and work–life balance
• Additional paid holidays after 1, 2, and 3 years of service
• Extra paid holidays for milestone service years
• Financial wellbeing programme offering flexible access to pay
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Career break scheme

Wagestream financial planning and support app – access earnings before payday, set up savings, and manage your finances

Before you start

Before starting your application, it is recommended that you prepare the following information:

• Your qualification and education history, including any professional memberships
• Details of your current employment and full previous employment history
• Contact details for two referees (the first must be your current employer). Please note that referees will only be contacted after an offer of employment has been accepted and with your permission

You are strongly encouraged to read all supporting documents available in the Document Section, including the Job Description and Person Specification. These resources will help you identify the key skills and experience required for the role.

When completing your application, it is essential that you clearly demonstrate how you meet the essential criteria. Use your own words to describe your skills, knowledge, and experience, as applications that do not evidence this may not be shortlisted.

While AI tools can be helpful for generating ideas, your application should reflect your own thinking, experience, and values. We are interested in understanding your personal contributions and achievements. Applications that appear to rely heavily on AI-generated content may not be progressed.