HR Adviser: Employee Relations & People Growth

Leeds International; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 39,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary and annual leave

West Yorkshire Pension Fund

Hybrid working

Career development

Staff benefits

Job summary

Leeds City Council is seeking an HR Adviser in Leeds to support the HR Leadership Team across council-wide HR themes and service development. The role requires strong employment practice knowledge and the ability to provide clear guidance on policies, with a proactive, customer-focused approach.

The position offers a competitive SO2 salary, 37 hours per week, permanent contract, and flexible/hybrid working arrangements in Leeds.

Qualifications

• Understanding of employment practice and policies relevant to HR.
• Ability to provide clear, accurate advice on employment policies and procedures.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Good organisation and ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Proactive, customer-focused approach with willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Assist HR Leadership Team with council-wide HR themes and service development.
• Coordinate tasks, deliver outcomes on time and manage resources effectively.
• Support service improvements across colleagues, teams and other council services.
• Provide workforce guidance, analyse information, and flag developing issues.
• Coordinate team activities across the organisation and manage contingencies.
• Contribute to appraisal, development, and performance improvement.

Skills

Employment practice

Policy guidance

Communication

Organisational skills

Customer focus

Education

CIPD Chartered Membership

Postgraduate qualification desirable

Job description

Leeds City Council is seeking an HR Adviser in Leeds to support the HR Leadership Team across council-wide HR themes and service development. The role requires strong employment practice knowledge and the ability to provide clear guidance on policies, with a proactive, customer-focused approach.

The position offers a competitive SO2 salary, 37 hours per week, permanent contract, and flexible/hybrid working arrangements in Leeds.