HR Advisor

VWA (Victoria Wall Associates); City Of London; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading independent school in the City of London is seeking a dynamic HR Advisor to ensure smooth HR operations. This full-time, permanent role offers a salary up to £45K and the opportunity for professional growth within a collaborative team. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in employee relations and excellent people skills, along with a CIPD qualification being desirable. Flexible working arrangements can be considered.

Benefits

Free lunch during term time

Flexible working options

Competitive salary based on experience

Qualifications

• Experience handling complex employee relations matters.
• Excellent communication and people skills.
• Ability to work with discretion managing confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Provide HR advice and support for enquiries.
• Work with the Bursar and HR Administrator.
• Monitor employee absences and maintain records.

Skills

Employee relation management

People skills

CIPD qualification

Customer service

Professional communication

Teamwork

Organization skills

Microsoft Office

Education

CIPD qualification (part or full)

Job description

HR Advisor
Independent School
Permanent
Up to £45K
Harley Street
3-HRAQ/RVF

The Client

A leading independent girls' school who pride themselves on their hard work, strong values and exceptional achievements. They are looking for a dynamic, professional and personable HR Advisor to support with the smooth running of the school.

About the HR Advisor role

This is a generalist HR role with a breadth of responsibilities and the opportunity for development. Duties will include (but are not limited to):

• Provide HR advice, guidance and support by responding promptly and accurately to enquiries and resolving all matters on HR processes and procedures
• To work closely with the Bursar and HR Administrator to provide a coherent and consistent HR support across the College and Prep
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of the HR system
• Monitor absences
• Maintain appraisal records on the HR system
• Advise line managers on performance management processes and ensure all staff receive an effective, annual performance review documentation
• Regular maintenance and organisation of office filing systems, retaining documents, correspondence and other records in line with HR and GDPR procedures
• Participate in training and development activities and programmes and attend and participate in meetings as required
• Perform any other duties as requested by the Bursar as commensurate with the post

Required Experience & Skills

• Experience of handling complex employee relation matters fairly and confidently
• Approachable with excellent people skills
• Part or full CIPD qualification desirable
• Strong customer/client service skills
• Professional communication across a range of stakeholders and the ability to work with discretion when managing highly confidential information
• Team-orientated and also comfortable working autonomously
• Strong organisation and time management skills
• Competent Microsoft Office skills.

Further Details

• An amazing opportunity to progress your HR career in a stimulating environment
• Competitive salary based on relevant experience
• Flexible working will be considered (full time or part time and/or term time only)
• Great benefits including free lunch in the dining hall during term time
• Up to £45K
• Full-time, permanent role

If you are looking to take the next step in your HR career with the opportunity to make a real contribution and join a collaborative team, then please apply today!