HR Consultant

Application Deadline: 26 June 2026

Department: People Consulting

Employment Type: Permanent

Location: Belfast

Description

ROLE PURPOSE

• Providing commercially focused, best practice and practical HR and employment law advice across a range of day-to-day and complex issues.
• Supporting clients to review, enhance and scale their HR frameworks, policies, and people practices.
• For an experienced Consultant/HR Professional this would mean leading high-impact, complex client projects, ensuring strong stakeholder alignment and delivering strategic, measurable outcomes.
• For a developing Consultant this would mean supporting project delivery while progressively building the capability and confidence to manage more complex assignments independently.
• Advising and coaching management teams on the application of HR policies, and supporting effective recruitment, onboarding, performance management and employee development.
• Supporting clients to build inclusive, engaging and values-led workplace cultures.
• Acting as a trusted advisor and first point of contact for HR queries, mentoring line managers and building their confidence and capability.
• Researching and implementing practical, cost-effective HR tools and solutions that improve efficiency and add value.
• Contributing to business development activity, including representing AAB at events and supporting client engagement initiatives.

Experience & qualifications

• Experienced Consultant (Typically 4+ years’ HR experience or equivalent capability)
• Demonstrated ability to apply HR expertise across employee relations and employment legislation in complex scenarios.
• Experience leading or owning HR projects and delivering outcomes for clients or stakeholders.
• Strong track record of translating technical HR knowledge into clear, practical, commercially sound and best practice advice.
• Developing Consultant (Typically c.2+ years’ experience)
• Solid foundation in HR practice, particularly employee relations and employment legislation.
• Experience providing HR advice in a support or advisory capacity.
• Demonstrated potential to develop into a more senior, client-facing consultancy role.

• Strong communication and listening skills, with the ability to explain complex concepts clearly and without jargon.
• Effective questioning and analytical skills to understand client needs and shape tailored solutions.
• A consultative, flexible and solutions-focused approach, with a strong commercial mindset.
• Ability to build trust, credibility and rapport with clients and colleagues.
• High level of discretion and understanding of confidentiality requirements.
• Proactive, innovative and focused on continuous improvement of tools, processes and client outcomes.
• Strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage competing priorities.
• Client-focused, responsive, and committed to delivering an excellent client experience.
• Demonstrable commitment to continuous learning and professional development, with the confidence to challenge thinking and drive better solutions.

• Structured development and progression pathways
• Exposure to increasingly complex client work and strategic projects.
• Ongoing mentoring, coaching and knowledge development within a collaborative team environment.

• Degree-qualified in a relevant business or HR discipline, with CIPD qualification (Level 5 or above) or working towards this, or equivalent through relevant experience.

WHAT AAB OFFER

• Annual leave (plus public holidays), with the option to buy or carry over leave
• Enhanced parental leave (maternity, paternity, adoption)
• Paid volunteering day to support causes that matter to you

• Private Medical Insurance (PMI) for you and the option to cover family members
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for 24/7 mental health and wellbeing support
• Death in Service benefit

• Competitive pension scheme
• Life assurance policies to support you and your family

• Hybrid working model
• Agile working culture that supports flexible hours and smarter working
• Modern office spaces designed for collaboration, focus, and wellbeing