HR Advisor

Job Description

Overall purpose of the job:

• To work with the business in the delivery of the HR strategy to meet organisational and HR objectives
• Responsible for partnering with all areas of the business on a variety of HR issues
• Act as trusted partner to Managers, providing professional, data led advice which is in line with People strategy.

Key responsibilities for this job:

• Responsible for the provision of professional HR advice and support to the business with an understanding of all local policies, procedures and employment legislation, and how these relate to the business
• Ensure up to date knowledge of relevant Employment Law and Compliance issues
• Support HRBP's in advising to managers on ER issues including performance and behavior issues, ensuring matters are being dealt with promptly and recorded in the appropriate way
• Assist in the content and communication of all local HR policies and procedures, ensuring they not only comply with legislation, but are also linked with the business objectives
• Work closely with the HR Operations and the wider HR team to provide accurate and timely management information on a variety of HR elements
• Responsible for end to end process for Probation, Maternity and Paternity, Sickness and other period of leave conversations.
• Assist with HR projects
• Assist when required to manage the HR System (PeopleHr) ensuring all data is accurate and updated
• Provide administration of the annual staff review process
• Provide administration of the annual policy review process
• When required administer HR related correspondence with staff and external contacts, including contracts and reference letters
• Conduct induction meetings with all new starters ensuring a smooth onboarding experience

Knowledge and experience required:

• CIPD qualified
• Experience working within an HR environment
• Good knowledge of UK employment law and experience of handling ER matters
• Experience of working with a HRIS
• Excellent verbal and written interpersonal and communication skills
• Flexible approach to work with the ability to work effectively under pressure
• Excellent attention to detail
• Able to multitask and prioritise workload
• Continuous improvement mindset
• Strong willingness to see tasks through to completion
• Highly resilient
• Excellent customer service skills
• Good numeracy skills
• The ability to build rapport with staff at all levels
• Experience using MS office suite