HR Adviser (6 month fixed term)

Crawley Borough Council; Crawley; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a proactive HR Advisor to join their dynamic team on a six-month contract. This role is pivotal in supporting HR Consultants and the Recruitment Officer, contributing to a transformative People Systems Program. The ideal candidate will have solid HR experience, a CIPD Level 5 qualification, and excellent communication skills. This position offers the opportunity to tackle diverse challenges, make meaningful contributions, and gain valuable experience in a collaborative environment. Flexible working arrangements are available, promoting a healthy work-life balance.

Benefits

Employee Benefits Package

Flexible Working Arrangements

Casual Car User Expenses Reimbursement

Qualifications

• Solid HR experience managing varied workloads.
• Thorough understanding of employment law.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert support for employee relations cases.
• Deliver first line recruitment assistance.
• Collaborate with service managers and HR colleagues.

Skills

Employee Relations

Recruitment Assistance

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Education

CIPD Level 5

Job description

Division:

Governance, People and Performance

We are seeking a skilled and proactive HR Advisor to join our dynamic team on a six-month contract. This pivotal role will provide vital support to our HR Consultants and Recruitment Officer, enabling them to drive forward our Transformation Plan for our People Systems Program. We aim to deliver meaningful improvements in the ways we support our people and strengthen our Human Capital Management.

Key responsibilities, in this essential role you will:

• provide expert support for employee relations cases including sickness absence, disciplinary and grievance procedures
• deliver first line recruitment assistance and contribute to HR reporting
• collaborate closely with service managers, HR colleagues, and trade union representatives
• show the consistent application of best practices and policies within your remit

The ideal candidate will bring:

• solid HR experience with a strong foundation in managing varied workloads and priorities
• a qualification of CIPD level 5 or equivalent with a thorough understanding of employment law
• excellent interpersonal and communication skills, paired with a proactive and solution-focused approach
• a proven ability to handle a fast-paced diverse role with conflicting priorities, with professionalism and precision

The offer to the ideal candidate will be:

• an opportunity to advance your career in HR by tackling diverse challenges in a collaborative and knowledgeable team
• to make a real impact through meaningful contributions to our transformation plan
• to gain valuable experience across a wide range of service areas and responsibilities in an evolving supportive environment.

This role is offered on a 37-hour basis, Monday to Friday. The role is mainly based at our Town Hall but may require travel to our Metcalf Way depot and Tilgate sites based on business needs. We understand the importance of work-life balance and are proud to offer flexible working arrangements. Typically, you will be required to be in the office 2 to 3 days a week, ensuring a balance of collaboration and flexibility.

If you are seeking part-time hours, we welcome your application. During the recruitment process, we will explore how reduced hours may be accommodated to suit both your needs and the role's requirements. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and adaptable working environment.

We recommend submitting your application as soon as possible, as we may close this advert before the stated closing date if enough applications are received.

Additional information

6 months fixed-term contract.

Casual car user (expenses reimbursed in line with the council’s casual car user policy).

Employee benefits

We offer a generous employee benefits package, including a range of discounts, benefits, and wellbeing incentives to suit everyone.

Our way of working

Our shared values and behaviors reflect the unique nature of our council. We encourage all colleagues to put them into practice, regardless of their role. Take a look to see if we are the perfect match.

Safer recruitment

Crawley Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We aim to be an inclusive and diverse employer of first choice, reflecting the community we serve, and particularly welcome applications from all underrepresented groups.

How to apply

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