PortmanDentex is a leading dental group where your skills and ambitions make a real difference. We support over 370 practices across the UK and Ireland. We’re united by a passion for great dentistry, putting patients first and helping each other grow both at work and beyond.
Job DescriptionAs a People Advisor at PortmanDentex, you’ll be a friendly and trusted guide to colleagues across the group—offering thoughtful, practical support that helps teams flourish. You’ll bring empathy and expertise to every interaction, making sure our approach to people is consistent, fair and grounded in our values.
You’ll be a key part of our close-knit People Business Partnering Team and work hand in hand with our wider People teams and Operations. Together, you’ll help build workplaces where everyone feels they belong, can grow, and are celebrated for who they are and what they do.
This role offers the chance to work closely with our mergers and acquisitions team, with a strong focus on Employee Relations and case management . Experience in these areas would be a real advantage and is highly valued.
QualificationsWe welcome your application to our People Advisor vacancy if you have the following qualifications and skills:
- Confident in leading TUPE processes and consultation activity, offering steady guidance and clarity during periods of organisational change.
- Experienced in handling a wide range of employee relations cases with care, confidence, and compassion.
- A CIPD qualification or meaningful real-world HR experience that reflects deep commitment to people and culture.
- Comfortable working alongside external partners like ACAS, union reps, and employment lawyers to find balanced, respectful resolutions.
- A natural relationship-builder who becomes a trusted voice for colleagues and leaders alike.
- Well-versed in the employee journey and HR processes, with hands-on experience in fast-paced, change-rich settings—especially those shaped by mergers and acquisitions.
In addition to a competitive basic salary, our benefits also include:
- Wellbeing Support: 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme and GP service plus an in-house Mental Health First Aider programme
- Additional Reward: bonus scheme based on practice performance
- Extra Leave: Birthday off and option to buy 3 more days
- Family Support: Enhanced maternity/paternity leave
- Financial Security: Life assurance and pension scheme
Application process
When you click apply, we’ll just need your CV and contact details, along with the answer to four quick questions and your application will be complete! You’ll get a response as quickly as we can, whatever the outcome of your application.
Ready to join us? Click apply to take the next step in your career.
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We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity, equity and inclusion in our workplace. We are committed to creating an environment of mutual respect and are dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities regardless of race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, marital or civil partner status, disability, age, or nationality.
Skills Required
- Lead TUPE processes and consultation activity
- Handle a wide range of employee relations cases and case management
- CIPD qualification or meaningful equivalent HR experience
- Work with external partners (ACAS, union representatives, employment lawyers) to resolve cases
- Strong relationship-building and stakeholder management skills
- Experience in mergers and acquisitions or change-rich settings
- Knowledge of HR processes and the employee journey in fast-paced environments
What We Do
PortmanDentex is one of the largest dental groups in the UK and a leading provider of privately-focused dental care. With a mission to reimagine group dentistry and wellness, the company operates over 370 practices across the UK and Ireland, providing exceptional dental care for more than 1.5 million patients annually.
