Human Resources Advisor

Human Resources Advisor

Full Time, Permanent

�39,000 - �44,000 per annum

Public Sector

The Human Resources Advisor provides frontline HR support, acting as a key point of contact for employee and manager queries across various departments. The role supports the HR team in delivering a high-quality, consistent HR service, focusing on employee relations, recruitment, policy implementation, and overall staff wellbeing. The HR Advisor will contribute to maintaining a positive work environment aligned with the organisation's goals and values.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Employee Relations: Provide guidance and support on employee relations matters, including disciplinary, grievance, and performance management processes, ensuring compliance with employment legislation and organisational policies.
• Policy and Process Support: Assist in the implementation and consistent application of HR policies and procedures, helping ensure they align with best practices and legal standards.
• Recruitment and Onboarding: Support the recruitment process, including shortlisting, interviewing, and liaising with hiring managers to ensure a seamless candidate experience. Oversee the onboarding process, ensuring new hires are fully integrated.
• Absence Management: Monitor staff attendance and absence records, providing guidance to managers on effective absence management and return-to-work processes.
• HR Administration: Maintain accurate employee records and HR databases, ensuring compliance with data protection regulations. Prepare and update HR documentation and provide administrative support for key HR processes.
• Learning and Development: Support the coordination of training and development initiatives, including scheduling and tracking participation in learning programs.
• Diversity and Inclusion: Support the organisation's equality, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) initiatives, promoting inclusive practices and participating in EDI projects.
• HR Projects: Participate in HR-related projects as directed by senior HR team members, contributing to process improvements and other strategic initiatives.

Person Specification:

Essential Qualifications:

• CIPD Level 5 qualification (or working towards) or equivalent experience.
• Strong understanding of HR best practices and relevant employment legislation.