People & Culture Advisor
We’re Silverstone Museum, located at the world-famous Silverstone Circuit, and right now we have a fantastic new opportunity for a collaborative, engaging and inspiring People & Culture Advisor to support the team at Silverstone Museum providing HR expertise and operational support.
This role has become available as the Head of People and Culture reduces their hours at the museum. It offers a unique opportunity for someone confident in working independently, with the autonomy to shape the role and make decisions, while still having the support of an experienced HR professional when needed. It also provides space for personal development within a dynamic and evolving environment.
About the role
The People & Culture Advisor plays a key role in fostering a positive, inclusive, and high-performing workplace across all areas of Silverstone Museum. This position provides expert HR guidance, supports the implementation of people-focused strategies, and ensures employees feel valued, engaged, and aligned with the museum’s values.
Working closely with managers, the People & Culture Advisor supports recruitment, employee wellbeing, training, and day-to-day HR operations to enhance the employee experience and drive business efficiency.
You will be responsible for the operational HR function for a workforce of up to 120 people at peak times, including both employees and volunteers. As the onsite subject matter expert for all people-related matters, you'll ensure compliance, manage employee relations issues, and provide hands-on support to frontline managers.
About Us
Opening our doors for the first time in autumn 2019, we bring the fascinating story of Silverstone and its association with British motor sport to life through a dynamic, interactive and compelling visitor experience, all housed in a restored WWII aircraft hangar. Whether it’s immersing our visitors in our journey from a Benedictine Monastery to WWII airbase and finally the home of British motor sport, to getting up close and personal to some of the world’s best racing cars and motorcycles, plus walking part of the former F1 circuit, we offer a diverse and multi-experiential day out.
Set up as a charitable Community Benefit Society, our mission goes way beyond simply running an awe-inspiring visitor attraction. We have a strong commitment to preservation, conservation, education and inspiring the next generation in the world of science, technology and engineering.
About You
We’re looking for an experienced HR professional with a background in generalist HR functions and, ideally, volunteer coordination. You’ll bring a solid understanding of employment law and HR best practices, with proven experience in delivering effective people support. A CIPD qualification at Level 3 or above—or a willingness to work towards one—is highly desirable.
Experience engaging and supporting volunteers is an advantage, particularly with knowledge of safeguarding, equality, and inclusion in a volunteer context. Strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential, as is the ability to handle sensitive situations with professionalism and discretion. We’re seeking someone who is approachable, proactive, and committed to fostering a positive and inclusive workplace culture.
Experience in a visitor attraction or similar public-facing environment is useful but not essential. We also welcome applications from candidates interested in working part-time (0.8 FTE).
The benefits
As well as the opportunity to get in the driving seat of an evolving and exciting business, a not-for-profit organisation delivering a positive impact to the local community and cherishing the history and heritage of the Silverstone story, we offer a competitive salary, a range of employee discounts and of course the opportunity to join a vibrant organisation at the home of British motor racing.
Selection process
The closing date for applications will be 26 May 2025.
Please submit your application and any enquiries to:
recruitment@silverstonemuseum.co.uk
Please enclose a CV along with a supporting statement (no longer than 2 pages) explaining how your personal skills, qualities and experience provide evidence of your suitability – and your passion – for this role.