Hands-On HR Advisor | CIPD Level 5 | Operational HR

Ashley Kate HR & Finance; Aylesbury; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary 35k-45k

Job summary

Ashley Kate HR are delighted to be partnering with a well-established organisation in Aylesbury to recruit a CIPD Level 5 qualified HR Advisor to join their growing HR team.

Based on site Monday to Friday and reporting directly to the Head of HR, this is an excellent opportunity for an experienced HR professional who enjoys the operational side of HR and wants to play a key role in delivering a high-quality, proactive HR service across the business.

Qualifications

• CIPD Level 5 qualification or equivalent (essential).
• Previous experience in a HR Advisor or similar operational HR role.
• A strong understanding of HR best practice and employee relations processes.
• The confidence to advise and challenge managers where appropriate.
• Excellent HR systems knowledge and strong IT skills.
• Outstanding administration and organisational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively.
• Experience handling absence management, compliance and payroll preparation activities.

Responsibilities

• Acting as the first point of contact for HR queries from managers and employees.
• Providing guidance on company policies, procedures and HR best practice.
• Supporting employee relations processes through the preparation of documentation, reports and correspondence.
• Taking notes during formal HR meetings and supporting case management administration.
• Managing all aspects of HR administration throughout the employee lifecycle.
• Producing contracts, offer letters and employment documentation.
• Supporting absence management and employee wellbeing initiatives.
• Monitoring and analysing HR data, including absence statistics and trends.
• Working closely with managers to create and review job descriptions.
• Coordinating recruitment activities, arranging interviews and supporting hiring processes.
• Maintaining accurate employee records and HR systems.
• Preparing payroll information and ensuring all documentation is accurate and submitted on time.
• Supporting compliance activities and ensuring HR processes remain legally compliant.

Skills

CIPD Level 5

HR policies

Employee relations

Payroll preparation

HR data analysis

HR systems

Administration

Time management

Stakeholder management

Education

CIPD Level 5 qualification or equivalent

Tools

HRIS systems

Payroll systems

MS Office

Job description

Ashley Kate HR are delighted to be partnering with a well-established organisation in Aylesbury to recruit a CIPD Level 5 qualified HR Advisor to join their growing HR team.

Based on site Monday to Friday and reporting directly to the Head of HR, this is an excellent opportunity for an experienced HR professional who enjoys the operational side of HR and wants to play a key role in delivering a high-quality, proactive HR service across the business.