HR Advisor

TN United Kingdom; Oldham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to improving the lives of Oldham residents through exceptional HR support. This role offers the chance to work within a passionate HR team, providing guidance on people policies, managing complex casework, and collaborating with Trade Unions. With a commitment to safeguarding and promoting welfare, your contributions will directly impact the community. Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including generous leave and wellbeing support, while being part of a vibrant and inclusive workplace. This is a unique opportunity to drive change and support local leaders in creating a thriving environment.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

LGPS pension scheme

Discounted gym membership

Staff discount scheme

Wellbeing support

Staff recognition events

Qualifications

• Minimum Chartered Member CIPD qualification required.
• Experience in an HR advisory role is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide HR advice to managers in line with council policies.
• Manage a caseload effectively and support HR service improvement.

Skills

HR Advisory Experience

Knowledge of Employment Legislation

TUPE Transfer Processes

Trade Union Environment Experience

Education

Chartered Member CIPD

Job description

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Closing Date: Monday 26th May 2025

Shortlisting & Interview Dates: TBC

Role Overview:

With our strong resident-focused approach, our aim is to improve the lives of Oldham residents by delivering the best possible value services. To achieve this, we need talented and passionate people who can expect great benefits, opportunities, and rewards. In this role, you will work as part of a dedicated HR team providing support to schools and council services on a full range of people practices.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Work with directorates across the council to be a trusted source of advice on people policies and processes, advising on complex casework including TUPE.
2. Provide comprehensive advice to managers and leaders on all HR matters in line with council policies and procedures.
3. Collaborate with Trade Unions to foster a positive culture and deliver good practice.
4. Act as the first point of contact, providing first-line advice and support on HR matters, in accordance with relevant legislation, policy, and practice.
5. Manage a caseload effectively, ensuring work is organized, prioritized, and well-delivered.
6. Support and contribute ideas to the shaping and improvement of the HR/OD Service.

Key Requirements:

To succeed in this role, you will need at minimum:

• Chartered Member CIPD
• Experience in an HR advisory role
• Experience guiding managers through TUPE transfer processes
• Good knowledge of employment legislation and HR best practices
• Experience working in a Trade Union environment on employee relations issues

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

About Us:

We aim for Oldham to have vibrant, safe neighborhoods where people are proud to live, with opportunities for healthier, more fulfilled lives, and a sustainable, thriving economy. Our future challenges are significant, but so are our opportunities. We have identified three key missions:

• A Great Place to Live
• Healthier, Happier Lives
• Green and Growing

We encourage you to download our Corporate Plan: Ready for the Future and our Oldham Plan for more information.

Our Values and Behaviours:

By driving innovation, investing in our people, and championing our communities, we ensure Oldham is a place where everyone can live their best life. Our core values are ‘Proud, Ambitious, and Together,’ which shape our culture and decisions. We have five behaviours that guide our actions:

• Work with a resident focus
• Support local leaders
• Be committed to the borough
• Deliver high performance
• Take ownership and drive change

More about our values and behaviours can be found on our greater.jobs Oldham page.

Our Benefits Package:

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• 25 days annual leave, increasing after 5 and 10 years’ service
• Option to purchase additional leave
• LGPS pension scheme with voluntary contributions
• Discounted gym membership with Oldham Active
• Staff discount scheme for shopping, entertainment, dining, travel, and motoring
• Salary sacrifice schemes for home, electronics, and cycling to work
• Wellbeing support, including Mental Health First Aiders and an Employment Assistance Programme
• Staff recognition and celebration events

Inclusive Recruitment:

We support flexible working, provide necessary equipment, and make workplace adjustments to help employees perform at their best.

NB: Candidates meeting the criteria of our Guaranteed Assessment Scheme and the role's essential criteria will be guaranteed the first assessment stage, whether an interview or other.

Our Guaranteed Assessment Scheme supports candidates with disabilities, those previously in or currently in care, carers, and Armed Forces veterans.

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Important Information:

Vacancies may be retracted if a suitable internal or external candidate at risk of redundancy is identified, up to the official offer stage.

See the document: Right to Work in the UK from 1st July 2021.doc