HR Advisor

Benefits with the role
  • Private Medical Insurance
  • Health cash plan – Claim back medical costs
  • Rewards platform – Gym & high street discounts
  • 25 Days Holiday (plus Bank Holidays)
  • Contributory Pension Scheme
  • Regular Pay Reviews
  • Life Assurance
  • Servicing, Parts and Accessories Discounts
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Staff Referral Scheme
  • Learning and Development
  • Enhanced Family Leave
  • Volunteering Opportunities
  • Onsite Parking

We are looking for an experienced and committed HR Advisor or People Advisor to join our busy People team. This role is vital to supporting our dealerships with a mix of generalist personnel functions, so we need someone who is well-rounded and amazing with people.

This role will report to our Personnel Manager and work closely with our Advisors and Administrators to deliver a first-class service to our dealerships. You will be the point of contact for the teams on site so building great working relationships over the phone and in person will be an asset to you in this role. Travel between sites will be required so a full UK driving licence is essential.

You’ll need to have a thirst for knowledge, the ability to multi-task like you wouldn’t believe and a sponge-like mind so we don’t miss a trick!

Key Responsibilities
  • Supporting and advising on Disciplinary and Grievance issues
  • Supporting the wider personnel functions including inductions and payroll
  • Developing and coaching across the group
  • Recruitment and Selection for the dealerships
  • Assisting with on-boarding, new starter and leaver processes
  • Delivering and co-ordinating induction and training programmes
  • Providing advice on general process and procedural issues
Essential Skills and Qualifications
  • A minimum of three years experience of working in a HR or People environment as an Advisor
  • Achieved or working towards a CIPD qualification would be preferred
  • Full UK Driving Licence – travel between sites is required for this role

We are looking for someone who can work to their own initiative who has a good working knowledge of employment law and is commercially aware. To work in Personnel at Dick Lovett, you must be confident, patient, and most of all love working as part of a great team with a good sense of humour!

Results come from making a difference, so you’ll need to immerse yourself into the team, the automotive industry, our systems and strive to be adding value from the off. We’re in it together - you’ll be learning from a Personnel Team who will support you every step of the way in return for your commitment and desire to succeed.

You’ll demonstrate impeccable attention to detail, sound communication skills, possess an excellent telephone manner and have a genuine desire to make a difference within the Dick Lovett Group.


Working at The Depot
Explore location

Easily accessible from the M4 motorway, The Depot is less than a mile from Junction 16. Situated on Frankland Road alongside our Ferrari Dealership, Porsche Centre, and SMART Repair Bodyshop, The Depot is our unofficial head office and the heart of Dick Lovett.

The Depot is home to our Finance, IT, Personnel and Sustainability teams. Everyone who works at this busy hub has one thing in common; they are helpful. Our employees are the main focus of everything we do, and this is why we dedicate resources to ensuring they have everything they need to do their jobs well.

Working in the Personnel team
Explore team

Joining our Personnel Team offers an exciting opportunity for those who are passionate about supporting the needs of individuals.

As a valued member of our Team, you’ll play an important role in delivering personalised service and guidance to employees across Dick Lovett. Whether it's assisting with HR enquiries, managing employee records, or providing support in various personnel-related matters, your dedication to ensuring the well-being and satisfaction of our employees is invaluable.

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HR Advisor

Department Personnel
Closing Date 13th February 2026
Contract Permanent
Job type Full time
Salary Competitive
Location The Depot Swindon
Careers | Joanne Francis​​​​ | Personnel
For me, it is all about the people I work with. Our roles are extremely rewarding but can also be challenging at times, knowing that I work within a team that support and respect each other is extremely important to me.

Joanne Francis​​​​

Personnel Manager