Job Ref: 213258664

Date: 2021-02-26 14:50:09

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Our client has an opportunity for an experienced HR Advisor to join their team on a fixed term contact till October 2021. You will contribute to the delivery of the HR strategy, supporting the Company vision of 'enhancing the employee experience at work and beyond’.

The role

* Assist with the provision of advice to managers on employment matters and working with them to resolve employee issues and proactive recommendations in a timely and constructive manner

* Supporting recruitment activities including: identifying upcoming recruitment demands; advertising; providing shortlisting documentation; organisation of assessments and interviews and related pre-employment risk assessment practices

* Contribute to the delivery of training and development programmes in line with business strategy and organisation needs

* Coordinating and undertaking exit interviews

* Co-ordinate and support the maternity leave process, administration, calculations and pre-leave and returner interviews

* Co-ordinating and supporting managers with probationary and performance management processes

* Monitoring, analysing and reporting on employee sickness, and supporting line managers in taking appropriate, preventative and reactive measures to ensure that absence is minimised

* Providing frequent periodical management reports on topics such as absence, retention and diversity

* Support the disciplinary, capability and grievance processes as required, in conjunction with the HR Business Partners, to ensure that formal and informal processes are applied consistently and effectively

* Maintain employee records according to policy and legal requirements

* Build strong working relationships at all levels to influence and engage employees

* Contribute to the equality and diversity strategy

* Review and draft policies, ensuring they are up to date and represent an employer of choice brand

* Support the HR GDPR Champion with implementation of best practice

* Co-ordinate and support from an HR compliance perspective, first line investigations for disciplinary, grievance and performance matters. Ensuring early intervention and manager coaching is consistent with the ER agenda.

* Contribute as an integral member of HR Project teams to advise on the 'employee experience’ on projects relating to Hay Grading, Engagement surveys and action plans and any other suitable projects as identified by the HR Business Partners or Director of HR.

* Any other duties as instructed by the Director of HR and / or HRBP’s

The Person

CPP / CIPD Level 5, working toward or equivalent qualification

Previous generalist experience in a HR Officer / Assistant / Advisor capacity

Experience of managing first line ER matters with minimal supervision

Strong planning, coordination and organizational skills

Proficient in using Microsoft Office tools in a 365 environment especially Excel and PowerPoint

Working knowledge of HRIS systems

Tact and diplomacy to work with confidential information and build relationships

Initiative and drive; continuously improve processes and deliver against agreed objectives

Ability to make decisions on, and appropriately escalate, varying first level ER cases

Multi-tasking experience in a fast-paced environment, completing work tasks with speed and accuracy in a detailed work environment.

Excellent organisational skills including ability to manage time and prioritise effectively.

Well-developed interpersonal skills and able to engage with colleagues at all levels.

Exceptional attention to detail.

Proven track record of delivering excellent service to customers and stakeholders at all times

A strong team player with an excellent attitude and professional character

Excellent communication and a solutions-focussed approach to problem solving

Due to the large number of responses we receive it is not always possible to respond to every application. We will only contact those candidates short-listed for this role. If you have not heard from us within 7 days please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. If you wish to apply for further roles please do so. We will retain your details on file and contact you should a suitable vacancy become available

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