HR Advisor (Fixed Term Contract)

High-Def Water; Kettering; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading company in the HR sector is seeking a dedicated HR Advisor to join their Client Services Team. This part-time role involves providing expert HR support to clients, managing employee relations, and ensuring compliance with employment law. The ideal candidate will have a strong HR background, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work independently. The company offers a supportive environment with opportunities for professional development and a range of benefits.

Benefits

25 days holiday

Health Cash Plan

Life Assurance scheme

Staff discounts

Employee Assistance Programme

Gym membership subsidy

Referral rewards

Free Will writing service

Qualifications

• Practical HR experience at an Advisor level or above.
• Strong knowledge of current employment legislation.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional advice on employee relations.
• Draft and update HR documentation.
• Assist with HR policies and procedures.

Skills

Communication

HR Knowledge

Attention to Detail

Education

Degree in HR Management

Tools

MS Office

HRIS

Job description

Salary: £32,000 - £35,000 per annum (£20,000 - £21,875 pro rata) depending on experience, plus benefits

Part Time: 25 hours per week (ideally Monday to Friday 12:30 - 5:30 pm, but other part-time hours can be discussed)

Duration: Fixed term maternity cover

Location: UK. Home and/or office based with some flexibility required to attend the Head Office in Kettering, Northants from time to time.

Reports to: Head Of Advisory and Administration

HR Advisor Role

HR Solutions, part of the WorkNest family, are seeking an HR Advisor to join our Client Services Team in delivering first-class HR support to a range of clients on a wide range of employment issues and HR projects.

We are looking for someone who is hardworking and very much a team player. We are happy to support staff through relevant qualifications as part of their ongoing development plan.

The company is proud to support our chosen charities and enjoys participating in fundraising activities; see our website for more information!

We use technology to help us deliver an efficient and consistent service, utilizing CRM and in-house Knowledge Base.

To be successful in this role, you will need to have demonstrable knowledge of employment law and its application through best practices across a broad range of initiatives, as well as a high aptitude for technology.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

1. Provide first-class professional telephone and email advice to HR Solutions clients on all aspects of employee relations, including Disciplinary, Grievance, Absence Management, Restructure, Redundancy, and TUPE.
2. Work with colleagues to ensure all client enquiries are answered within service level agreements.
3. Support HR Consultants with direct clients when they are unavailable.
4. Ensure client HR documentation, including offer letters and written statements, are drafted and up to date with current legislation.
5. Help draft, update, and finalize Employee Handbooks and policies as required.
6. Assist the Head Of Advisory and Administration with any work as needed.

Person Specification

1. Practical HR experience at an Advisor level or above.
2. Experience providing business-focused HR advice to managers at all levels.
3. Ability to understand commercial information.
4. Educated to degree level (or suitable experience), ideally in HR Management.
5. Strong knowledge and understanding of current employment legislation.
6. Generalist HR knowledge.
7. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
8. Proficient in MS Office, web-based applications, and HRIS.
9. Excellent organizational and administrative skills.
10. Attention to detail.
11. Confident relationship builder.
12. Professional and flexible attitude.
13. Ability to work under pressure and on own initiative.

What We Offer In Return

1. Regular training and updates on HR and employment law.
2. 25 days holiday (pro-rata for part-time), plus your birthday off.
3. Health Cash Plan.
4. Life Assurance scheme (4 x salary).
5. Staff discounts.
6. Employee Assistance Programme.
7. Gym membership subsidy.
8. Referral rewards.
9. Free Will writing service.