HR Advisor

Coleman James; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job description

Highly regarded main contractor are seeking a HR Advisor to join their well-established team in the Midlands. This company works across construction, facilities management and sustainability and has been established for over 30 years.

Role and Responsibilities:

1. Serve as an internal HR expert, offering generalist advice and hands-on support to managers on all aspects of people management and employment law, ensuring all processes align with the organisation's values and culture.
2. Assist in the month-end reporting process by gathering accurate data and ensuring timely submission.
3. Communicate written and verbal updates, including reports, policies, and progress against people-related objectives, ensuring information is clear and consistent.
4. Provide guidance on early-stage grievance and disciplinary matters, including participation in hearings when necessary.
5. Proactively monitor attendance management, work with line managers to develop improvement plans, support their implementation, and escalate issues as appropriate.
6. Contribute to the delivery of HR goals by leading or supporting ad hoc projects such as talent planning, TUPE processes, and employee engagement initiatives.
7. Maintain and update the HR system as needed, ensuring both new hires and current employees are trained to use it effectively.
8. Deliver a robust onboarding experience and offer continued support throughout the employee lifecycle.
9. Act as a champion for change, promoting and supporting the successful rollout of employee engagement programmes.
10. Collaborate closely with key stakeholders to support recruitment processes, offering guidance on effective resourcing strategies.

Requirements:

1. Proven HR generalist experience, ideally supported by a CIPD Level 5 qualification (or working towards it).
2. Confident communicator, comfortable engaging with stakeholders across all levels through verbal, written, and remote channels.
3. Strong analytical thinking and keen attention to detail.
4. Self-motivated and proactive, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
5. Excellent time management skills, able to prioritise and manage competing demands effectively.
6. Good understanding of the construction and/or facilities management industry.
7. Willingness to travel within the region as required.

Salary flexible dependent on experience. 4 days in the office, 1 day working from home. This is a Permanent position and Coleman James Ltd are acting as an Employment Agency.