HR Advisor

First Recruitment Group; Manchester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading electricity distribution network operator is seeking a part-time HR Advisor based in Manchester. This role involves providing HR guidance, attending formal HR meetings, and supporting development of HR policies across multiple sites. Ideal candidates will have a CIPD qualification and extensive HR advisory experience.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in HR advisory roles.
• 3 years of experience in employee relation cases.
• Experience in a unionised environment is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive HR support including advising managers on HR matters.
• Handle HR activities and attend formal meetings.
• Collaborate on HR policy development and business projects.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Coaching

Data analysis

Education

CIPD level 7 qualification

CIPD level 5 qualification

Tools

Excel

SAP

Job description

HR Advisor
Location: Manchester
GBP35,000 - GBP40,000 Pro-rata
Part-time: Weds, Thurs, Fri
Are you a HR Advisor looking for a new opportunity. We are looking for an experienced HR Advisor to join a leading electricity distribution network operator. This is a Part-time role, working Wednesdays, Thursdays & Fridays due to a job share.

The HR Advisor will provide comprehensive HR support, including giving guidance to line managers, project support, and handling key HR activities. Covering multiple regional sites, this role requires occasional travel (couple of times per month) and will be based out of our Manchester offices.

Key Responsibilities: HR Advisor

• Advise managers on HR matters: absence, performance, investigations, disciplinaries, grievances, and terms and conditions.
• Attend formal HR meetings (investigations, disciplinaries) as a representative and note-taker.
• Ensure accuracy in HR processes (absence management, leaver payments) in collaboration with the People Services team.
• Analyse and report on HR case trends.
• Collaborate with HR Business Partners on complex cases and risk management.
• Support the development of HR policies and contribute to business projects like restructures and process improvements.

Key Requirements: HR Advisor

• CIPD level 7 qualification ideally, level 5 may be considered.
• Proven experience in HR advisory roles.
• 3 years experience in employee relation cases.
• Experience in a unionised environment (desirable)
• Strong stakeholder management and coaching skills
• Proficiency in HR data analysis (Excel, SAP desirable)
• Full UK driving license and access to own transport

Key Competencies: HR Advisor

• Risk management in sensitive cases
• Results-driven and deadline-oriented
• Resilient and adaptable in challenging situations
• Analytical and data-driven decision-making

Company Information

At First Recruitment Group we understand just how important it is to secure the right people. That is why our Recruitment Consultants always take the time to understand requirements in detail and offer sound advice to both clients and candidates.

We actively recruit at all levels and this is a superb opportunity for a HR Advisor looking for new employment.

As part of putting people first, we strive to be an equal opportunities employer and we are always looking to increase the diversity of our workforce, working closely with our clients to ensure everyone is included