HR Advisor

About the Role 

We are seeking a proactive and HR Advisor to join our team and play a key role in supporting our organisation’s people strategy. This is a dynamic and varied role, requiring a hands-on approach to deliver a wide range of generalist HR activities, including talent management, employee relations, colleague engagement, induction processes, HR reporting, organisational restructures, and policy development. 

Key Responsibilities 

Talent Management: 

• Support the recruitment, selection, and onboarding processes to attract and retain top talent. 

• Develop and deliver talent management initiatives to support employee growth and career progression. 

• Assist with succession planning to ensure business continuity.

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Employee Relations: 

• Provide expert advice and support to managers and employees on employee relations matters, including disciplinary, grievance, and performance management processes. 

• Ensure compliance with UK employment law and organisational policies. 

• Foster a positive and inclusive work environment.

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Colleague Engagement: 

• Plan and implement engagement initiatives to enhance employee morale and satisfaction. 

• Analyse engagement surveys and develop action plans to address feedback. 

• Promote diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout the organisation.

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Induction and Onboarding: 

• Manage and continuously improve the induction programme to provide a welcoming and effective start for new hires. 

• Partner with managers to ensure successful integration of new employees into teams.

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HR Reporting: 

• Prepare and analyse HR metrics and reports to inform decision-making. 

• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) related to turnover, absence, and engagement. 

• Provide insights and recommendations to improve HR practices.

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Organisational Restructures: 

• Support organisational change initiatives, including restructures and redundancy processes. 

• Provide guidance on best practices and ensure compliance with legal requirements. 

• Communicate effectively with stakeholders to minimise disruption.

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Policy Development:

• Review, update, and develop HR policies and procedures in line with legislative changes and organisational goals. 

• Ensure policies are clearly communicated and consistently applied across the organisation. 

Person Specification 

Essential: 

• Proven experience in a generalist HR role, ideally in the UK. 

• Comprehensive knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practices. 

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build relationships at all levels. 

• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to handle sensitive matters with discretion. 

• Proficient in HR systems and Microsoft Office Suite.

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Desirable: 

• CIPD Level 5 qualification or equivalent. 

• Experience in organisational change and restructures. 

• Familiarity with HR analytics and reporting tools.