HR Adviser

Jiu Gong Technologies; Reading; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A public service organization in Reading is seeking an experienced HR Adviser to manage employee relations and support HR activities. The role requires excellent communication skills and a strong understanding of employment law. You will work in a supportive environment that emphasizes employee wellbeing and diversity. Competitive salary and benefits are offered, with flexible working arrangements available.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Onsite gym

Local Government Pension Scheme

Annual leave allowance of 28 days

Qualifications

• Experience of managing employee relations cases.
• Proven track record of supporting HR advisory services.
• Understanding of GDPR compliance.

Responsibilities

• Manage a complex case portfolio of sick leaves and discipline issues.
• Prepare legal documents pertinent to HR cases.
• Coordinate Subject Access Requests.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to manage conflicting deadlines

Experience in support of HR activity

Knowledge of employment law

Job description

Benefits

Salary: £39,862 - £45,091 per annum, Grade 5

Hours: Full time - 37 hours per week

Location – Service Headquarters, Calcot, Reading

Excellent annual leave allowance of 28 days (excluding Public Holidays), flexible working hours, onsite gym, parking facilities and a Local Government Pension Scheme are available

Other Information About Our Benefits Can Be Found Here

Overview

At Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue Service, our teams make working here a great experience. We are passionate about employee wellbeing, development, and training. In HR, we play a vital role in helping our teams succeed, by working in partnership with the Service, to create a welcoming and inclusive culture that supports our People Strategy.

The HR Adviser will play a key role in the effective management of employee relations cases and work alongside the wider team to support the delivery of an outstanding HR advisory service to the organisation.

We are seeking a proactive and motivated individual who is able to take initiative and manage conflicting deadlines. You will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills and will be able to apply these to all levels of the organisation. You will have a high level of experience of supporting all aspects of HR activity.

Key Responsibilities

• To manage a complex case portfolio of sickness, discipline, grievance and performance management issues ensuring robust and timely advice is provided.
• Ensure case files and case logs are maintained appropriately in line with GDPR guidance and internal requirements.
• Undertake project work and participate in working groups in support of the HR Service Plan
• Support in the preparation of legal documents for any case related issues
• Lead on the co-ordination of case related Subject Access Requests.

The key role requirements are detailed in the Job Profile. We are seeking a highly experienced individual who has a generalist HR background and a good understanding of employment law and best practice.

Application and selection process

If you are interested in applying for this position, click Apply Now. Please see the link to the Job Profile. Applicants will be expected to detail their knowledge, skills, and experience against the relevant Personal Specification contained within the Job Profile. Eligible candidates wishing to apply for this role should apply through the portal, submitting a supporting statement (restricted to 1000 words) detailing how they meet the ‘person specification’ for the role as detailed at the end of the job profile. Following shortlisting, applicants will be assessed for suitability by means of a role-based task and behavioural / competency-based interview. Appointment is conditional upon undertaking a Standard Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

For further details about the role or to discuss any adaptations or adjustments we can make to assist you in your application or with our recruitment process please contact Lucy Greenway, Senior HR Adviser Organisational Development by emailing to arrange an informal discussion.

Please note we do not accept applications via Agencies or CVs without an accompanying application form. Closing date for applications is 0900 Monday 6th October 2025. It is anticipated that the selection assessment process will run week commencing 20th October 2025.

Please note that it is your personal responsibility to check whether applying would result in any Annual Allowance implications. A breach in the Annual Allowance threshold could result in a Tax charge.

The Behavioural Competency Framework allows us to identify behaviours that drive successful performance and enable us to deliver an effective service. The behaviours detailed within the job profile will be assessed throughout the selection process. View our privacy notice via the Applicant Privacy Statement.

Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue Service values your individuality, diversity and dignity. All are welcome here. Inclusion, diversity and equality are principles which guide our decisions and will be visible throughout the Service, and we will continually work to improve in these areas. We are committed to creating an inclusive culture of dignity and trust where everyone feels safe and comfortable to bring their whole self to work. Applications are welcome for job-share or part-time arrangements; please enquire on application. All applications are considered on merit. We are a Disability Confident Leader – if you meet the essential criteria of the role, you will be guaranteed an interview if you choose to opt into the Disability Confident Scheme. To find out more: https://www.rbfrs.co.uk/your-service/about-us/equality-diversity-and-inclusion/