Senior HR Advisor - Deadline 27th November 2026 (Midnight)
/Senior HR Advisor
We are seeking a Senior HR Advisor to provide a comprehensive HR service across the Cathedral, supporting managers and employees throughout the employee lifecycle. The postholder is responsible for HR administration, employee relations support, recruitment, payroll liaison, learning and development coordination, HR reporting and the maintenance of accurate employee records, ensuring legal compliance and the effective delivery of HR services.
The Senior HR Advisor works closely with managers, finance colleagues and external advisers to support the effective management and development of employees across the Cathedral.
All Cathedral employees are expected to work as a team to ensure the Cathedral fulfils its mission.
A Basic DBS check will be required for this post.
If you would like to have an informal discussion about the post, please email Kay Williams, Head of Administration and PA to the Dean, (kay.williams@rochestercathedral.org) and they will arrange a suitable time for a telephone conversation.
Hours
This is a full time role of 35 hours a week.
Pay
The salary is £35,000 per annum.
How to apply
Applications should be made using the application form below. It should be accompanied with the Equal Opportunities form.
Download Recruitment Information and Job Description
Download Equal Opportunities Form
We do not accept CVs | No recruitment agencies please
Application forms must be completed in full and emailed to: recruitment@rochestercathedral.org stating Senior HR Advisor Application in the subject box.
Deadline
Midnight 27th November 2026
Rochester Cathedral is committed to Safer Recruiting and working practices in line with the Church of England Safer Recruitment and People Management Guidance document 2021.
