HR / People Services Advisor - Change / Transforma

HR / People Services Advisor - Change / Transformation

up to £38,830.05 depending upon experience

Homeworking with some travel to Newcastle-under-Lyme

Full Time, Fixed term until 31 March 2027

NB We would consider part time applicants - a minimum of 25 hours per week.

Delivering for people, dedicated to places

The Boards of Aspire Housing and whg have agreed to move forward with plans to merge, creating a new housing association with more than 32,000 homes across the Midlands.

Would you like to work for a Sunday Times Best Places to Work organisation?

About the Role:

Join our team to be part of something special – build a career where people truly matter.

We are looking for an experienced People/HR Advisor to join our team at Aspire. Be part of a supportive, collaborative, and value-driven culture, and embrace our People First ethos.

As a People/HR Advisor, you will play a crucial role in shaping our culture in line with our new Corporate Plan 2030 and our three core values: “We Champion the Customer”, “We Build Togetherness”, and “We Are Professional”.

This is a fantastic opportunity to utilise your change management, recruitment and systems knowledge and experience. Restructure and merger experience would be beneficial. You will work in an enthusiastic and committed team, continuing to build a positive colleague experience and a great place to work.

What you’ll need to succeed

• Demonstratable experience, ideally CIPD qualified (or working towards).


• Experience in a wide range of change management programs, restructures, mergers, employee relations and relevant legislation.


• A keen eye on talent management to attract the right candidates and make successful appointments to our roles.


• Detail focused, with exceptional organisational skills and the ability to work effectively under pressure.


• Proficient in IT with experience working with HRIS and ATS systems.


• Confident in dealing with people at all levels, with strong influencing and communication skills.


• Ability to build effective working relationships and key stakeholder management skills.

If you are passionate about putting People First, supporting colleagues through change and helping to create a positive colleague experience, we’d love to hear from you.

In return we can offer you:

• Belonging to a team who make a difference to our community and value equality, diversity and inclusion.  


• 25 days holiday + bank holidays + 3 concessionary days at Christmas


• Comprehensive employee assistance program.  


• Ongoing training and development in your role.


• A full benefits and discounts platform. 


• Holiday buy, tech and annual saving schemes. 


• Volunteer days. 


• Competitive rates of pay.  


• A generous company pension scheme. 


• Wellbeing and stay safe provisions to look after you at work. 

Closing Date: 23rd August 2026

Interview Date: Shortlisting and interviews will take place as applications are submitted.

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early.

This role is subject to a basic DBS check.

Who we are

Aspire Housing is a leading housing provider, property developer and place shaper based in Newcastle-under-Lyme.

Created in July 2000, we own and manage more than 9,500 homes and support around 19,000 customers across Staffordshire and Cheshire.  Our profits are reinvested in new homes, in revitalising communities and in a comprehensive range of innovative support services designed to transform lives.

Putting People First has always been part of our ethos and is central to our purpose to deliver safe, decent homes and excellent housing services through our talented Aspire team.

We do this by embracing our values; by championing the customer, building togetherness, and being professional. Our values reflect what’s most important to our colleagues and customers and are at the heart of Aspire.