People Advisor

About us

Cardiff Airport proudly drives connectivity for Wales, delivering significant economic and social benefits. The Airport supports thousands of jobs across south Wales, generates over £200 million annually in GVA for the Welsh economy, and is a Real Living Wage employer. Flights to a wide range of destinations are available, including major European cities, popular holiday hotspots and direct services to Toronto.

We’re looking for a People Advisor to join our People Team at Cardiff Airport, with a CIPD Level 3 qualification, or willing to work towards or equivalent experience

This is a key role supporting managers and colleagues at Cardiff Airport and St Athan across the full employee lifecycle in a fast-paced, operational environment at a time of exciting growth and transformation.

You’ll act as a trusted partner to the business, providing expert advice on employee relations, people policies, performance, absence, and employment law. You will help to ensure our people practices are fair, consistent, and aligned to best practice and legislation.

You’ll also contribute to building a positive, inclusive and high-performing culture that supports employee engagement, wellbeing, and continuous improvement. This role offers the opportunity to get involved in People projects and wider organisational initiatives.

The role is primarily airport-based and requires flexibility to support operational teams and maintain visibility across the organisation.

About you

You’re passionate about people and delivering an excellent employee experience. You take pride in accuracy, consistency, and getting the basics right.

You’re confident working with stakeholders at all levels, building strong relationships, and handling sensitive employee relations matters. You’re also comfortable challenging the status quo and supporting positive change.

You’ll bring strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage a varied workload in a busy environment.