Human Resources Advisor

Norfolk County Council; England; Hybrid; GBP 36,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Norfolk County Council is seeking an HR Adviser for maternity cover, focusing on delivering high-quality HR services. The role involves providing guidance to managers and participating in various projects, with opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Training and development opportunities

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Proven track record in HR roles.
• Ability to provide advice and guidance.

Responsibilities

• Deliver everyday people solutions through expertise.
• Provide support and guidance to managers.
• Involved in various HR project initiatives.

Skills

Communication

Analytical

Proactive

Collaborative

Job description

HR Adviser – People Relations

Norwich - Hybrid

Maternity cover contract for up to 12 months - 37 hours per week

£36,124 to £37,938 per annum

We are looking for a maternity cover HR Adviser with a passion for delivering high quality HR services to join the HR team here at Norfolk County Council.

The role will involve delivering everyday people solutions through subject matter expertise, including providing support and guidance to managers. We’re a busy team, with lots of different projects on the go, so you’ll also have the opportunity to be actively involved in project initiatives.

To be considered for the role, you’ll need to be able to start in May 2025, have previously worked in an HR role with a proven track record and you’ll be comfortable using your knowledge to provide advice and guidance. In addition, you will:

• Demonstrate initiative and take clear ownership for your deliverables supported by your manager.
• Be proactive and collaborative, but willing at the same time to challenge the status quo.
• Be a good communicator that can build a reputation as a trusted adviser.
• Be curious and analytical when it comes to assessing how we continuously improve our services.
• Develop, build and maintain partnerships and networks, both internal and external.

In return, we can offer you a supportive environment, with a wealth of training and development opportunities to support your longer-term career development. You’ll have lots to get involved with, and you will be able to make a positive difference for our employees.

This is a hybrid role, with a mix of remote and office-based working. A physical presence in our Norwich office is required for a minimum of one day per week. We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our employees and will consider applications to work flexibly, part-time or job share. Please talk to us at interview about the flexibility you may need.

Contract starting May 2025 for up to 1 year as maternity cover.

Closes: 22 May 2025

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