HR Advisor

City Calling; England; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

12-month fixed-term contract

Job summary

Munnelly Group is seeking an experienced HR Advisor to join the Group HR team on a 12-month fixed term contract, covering maternity leave. You will provide practical HR advice and support across the Group and its associated companies.

As a key contact for managers and staff, you will handle employee relations matters, ensure policy compliance, and contribute to the People and Culture function with project support and HR administration.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a generalist HR Advisor or similar HR role.
• Strong knowledge of UK employment legislation and employee relations best practice.
• Experience managing employee relations cases independently, from initial advice through to resolution.
• Confidence advising and supporting managers on complex and sensitive HR matters.
• Experience with TUPE and industrial relations would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Act as the first point of contact for managers and employees on a wide range of HR matters.
• Manage day-to-day employee relations cases, including disciplinaries, grievances, investigations and performance management.
• Provide timely, professional and pragmatic HR advice in line with current employment legislation and company policies.
• Monitor and manage the Group HR inbox, coordinating and responding to queries alongside the HR Administrator.
• Manage industrial relations matters and processes from start to finish, including TUPE processes and trade union liaison.
• Support and encourage positive employee and management engagement, addressing concerns and resolving issues effectively.

Skills

UK employment law

Employee relations

HR advice

Disciplinary & grievance handling

TUPE

Industrial relations

Communication

Confidentiality

Education

CIPD qualification

Job description

Munnelly Group is looking for an experienced and proactive HR Advisor to join our Group HR team on a 12-month fixed term contract, covering maternity leave.

This is an exciting opportunity for a confident HR professional to provide a comprehensive and professional people relations service across the Munnelly Group and its associated companies.

As a key point of contact for managers and our people, you will provide practical HR advice and support across a broad range of employee relations matters, helping to ensure consistent application of HR policies, procedures and employment legislation.

You will play an important role in supporting our people, promoting positive employee relations and contributing to the continued development of our HR function.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as the first point of contact for managers and employees on a wide range of HR matters.
• Manage day-to-day employee relations cases, including disciplinaries, grievances, investigations and performance management.
• Provide timely, professional and pragmatic HR advice in line with current employment legislation and company policies.
• Monitor and manage the Group HR inbox, coordinating and responding to queries alongside the HR Administrator.
• Manage industrial relations matters and processes from start to finish, including TUPE processes and trade union liaison.
• Support and encourage positive employee and management engagement, addressing concerns and resolving issues effectively.
• Work collaboratively with managers to manage sickness absence, including supporting absence reviews and liaising with Occupational Health where appropriate.
• Review, monitor and contribute to the development of Group HR policies and procedures, ensuring they remain legally compliant and fit for purpose.
• Support managers with performance management and employee development matters.
• Assist the Group Board Director - People and Culture with projects, initiatives and other HR-related activities as required.
• Provide support with general HR administration and ensure accurate, confidential employee records are maintained.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement across HR processes and service delivery.

About You:

We are looking for an approachable and organised HR professional who can build strong relationships across all levels of the business.

You will ideally have:

• Previous experience in a generalist HR Advisor or similar HR role.
• Strong knowledge of UK employment legislation and employee relations best practice.
• Experience managing employee relations cases independently, from initial advice through to resolution.
• Confidence advising and supporting managers on complex and sensitive HR matters.
• Experience with TUPE and industrial relations would be advantageous.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• The ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• A proactive, solution-focused approach with strong attention to detail.
• The ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and maintain confidentiality at all times.
• A CIPD qualification or working towards one would be desirable.

What We Offer:

• A 12-month fixed-term opportunity within an established Group HR team.
• Hybrid working, offering flexibility between home and office.
• The opportunity to work across a diverse group of companies and operational teams.
• A varied and engaging HR role with exposure to a broad range of employee relations matters.
• The opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to the business and its people.