HR Advisor

OCS; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a proactive HR Advisor to enhance their people strategy. This dynamic role involves providing expert advice on employee relations, fostering a positive work environment, and managing induction processes. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills and experience in HR, with a focus on employee engagement and compliance. Join a supportive workplace that values professional development and offers a range of benefits, including access to exclusive discounts and growth opportunities through the OCS Academy. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a leading facilities management company.

Benefits

Free Coffee

Hot Chocolates

Replenishable Fruit Basket

Professional Development Courses

Exclusive Discounts through Hapi App

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to build relationships.
• Experience in a HR role with a focus on employee relations.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert advice on employee relations and compliance with UK law.
• Manage induction programs and analyze HR metrics for decision-making.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

HR Systems Proficiency

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

CIPD Qualification

Experience in HR Role

Tools

HR Systems

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

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About The Company

OCS UK & Ireland is a leading facilities management company with 50,000+ colleagues and a turnover in excess of £2bn. We deliver innovative, award-winning services within facilities management, hard services, cleaning, security and catering.

Our mission is to make people and places the best they can be for our colleagues, customers and the communities we serve. Our commitment to doing business the right way is rooted in our TRUE values - Trust, Respect, Unity, and Empowerment.

About The Role

We are seeking a proactive and HR Advisor to join our team and play a key role in supporting our organisation’s people strategy. This is a dynamic and varied role, requiring a hands-on approach to deliver a wide range of generalist HR activities, including employee relations, colleague engagement, induction processes, HR reporting, organisational restructures, and policy development.

Key Responsibilities

Employee Relations:

• Provide expert advice and support to managers and employees on employee relations matters, including disciplinary, grievance, and performance management processes.
• Ensure compliance with UK employment law and organisational policies.
• Foster a positive and inclusive work environment.
  
  

Colleague Engagement

• Plan and implement engagement initiatives to enhance employee morale and satisfaction. Analyse engagement surveys and develop action plans to address feedback.
• Promote diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout the organisation.
  
  

Induction And Onboarding

• Manage and continuously improve the induction programme to provide a welcoming and effective start for new hires.
• Partner with managers to ensure successful integration of new employees into teams.
  
  

HR Reporting

• Prepare and analyse HR metrics and reports to inform decision-making. Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) related to turnover, absence, and engagement.
• Provide insights and recommendations to improve HR practices.
  
  

The Ideal Candidate Will Have The Following

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build relationships at all levels.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to handle sensitive matters with discretion.
• Experience working in a HR role / environment
• CIPD is advantageous but qualifications can be provided for the right person
• Proficient in HR systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
  
  

Why join OCS?

OCS are ranked 36th on Glassdoor’s Best Companies to Work For in 2025, reflecting our dedication to building a supportive workplace where our colleagues feel valued and motivated.

Our Catering team offers breakfast and lunch services at our Ipswich head office, along with free coffee, hot chocolates and a replenishable fruit basket.

We believe in investing in our colleague’s futures. The OCS Academy provides a range of courses and resources that will allow you to grow your personal skills and advance your career

With our Hapi app, you can gain access to exclusive discounts, rewards and wellbeing resources.

How To Apply

If you are interested in joining a business that encourages professional development, career progression and the chance to work with inspirational people then please click apply and register your interest! You can also sign up to our job alerts when registering which will notify you when other suitable vacancies are available.

We are an equal opportunities employer and rely on a diverse workforce with a broad range of knowledge, skills, and backgrounds to deliver our goals. We offer an inclusive and welcoming environment and actively encourage applications from all individuals regardless of race, gender, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or age.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Human Resources

• Industries

  Facilities Services, Hospitality, and Outsourcing and Offshoring Consulting

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