HR Advisor

RABI; Oxford; In loco; GBP 30.000 - 40.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

28 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Pension scheme with contributions

Life assurance from day one

Employee Assistance Programme

Descrizione del lavoro

A charity supporting farmers is seeking an HR Advisor to enhance its HR function. Key responsibilities include providing HR advice, managing recruitment processes, and promoting employee wellbeing initiatives. The ideal candidate will have HR administrative experience, strive for discretion, and possess strong communication skills. Benefits include 28 days annual leave and access to pension schemes. Early applications are encouraged for this position.

Competenze

• Proven experience as an HR Administrator or Assistant.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks.

Mansioni

• Provide HR advice to managers and employees.
• Support recruitment processes and onboarding.
• Maintain employee records and assist with HR reporting.

Conoscenze

HR processes understanding

Verbal communication

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Discretion

Formazione

CIPD Level 3 or equivalent

Strumenti

HR software

Microsoft Office Suite

Descrizione del lavoro

RABI supports farming people across England, Wales and NI with expert, one-to-one practical, financial and emotional help, all year round. From confidential advice and mental health support to direct financial assistance, their tailored services respond to the unique challenges of farming life.

At the heart of RABI’s mission is a commitment to strengthening resilience; helping farming people feel valued, supported and better equipped to navigate uncertainty and change. RABI is working to close the farming wellbeing gap and build a future where farming people can thrive.

Over the past 25 years alone, RABI has delivered almost £250 Million in direct financial support to the farming community, whilst the charity’s professional counselling service has provided 11,500 free sessions to farming people since 2022. RABI’s wrap-around support services continue to evolve, reaching more people year on year.

RABI is on a journey to help shape a future farmers deserve.

ROLE OVERVIEW:

As an HR Advisor, you will play a key role in supporting the HR function and ensuring the delivery of high-quality HR services across the charity. You will provide HR advice and support to employees and managers, manage a variety of HR processes, and help drive initiatives that enhance our people management practices.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide guidance and advice to line managers and employees on a range of HR issues, including employee relations, performance management, absence management, and policy interpretation.
• Support with employee relations casework, including disciplinaries, grievances, and absence management in line with company policies and employment law.
• Assist with the recruitment process, including job advertisements, interview coordination, and conducting reference checks.
• Support new starters with their onboarding process.
• Ensure HR policies and procedures are adhered to and help update them in line with current legislation and best practices.
• Actively promote employee wellbeing initiatives and ensure employees are aware of available support resources.
• Maintain accurate employee records, manage HR databases, and assist with HR reporting, when required.
• Support with various HR projects, such as implementing HR software or employee engagement initiatives.

PERSON SPECIFICATION:

This role would suit an experienced HR Administrator or HR Assistant looking to take the next step and develop their HR advisory skills.

ESSENTIAL:

• Proven experience as an HR Administrator or HR Assistant, with an understanding of HR processes and employment law.
• CIPD Level 3 or equivalent (or working towards).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to build strong relationships with employees and managers.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritise workloads, and meet deadlines.
• Ability to handle sensitive issues with discretion and professionalism, while providing practical solutions.
• Strong attention to detail, particularly in managing HR records and casework.
• Competent in using HR software (preferably) and Microsoft Office Suite.

DESIRABLE:

• Experience of working in the charity sector.
• Experience of delivering projects as part of a HR team.

This role profile is not exhaustive and is subject to review in conjunction with the postholder, as per future developments at RABI.

Early applications are encouraged for this position as shortlisting and interviews will take place on a rolling basis. We reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a suitable application prior to the deadline.

BENEFITS:

• 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays (based on full time working).
• Enrolment to Nest on commencement of employment and then opportunity to join RABI’s group pension scheme with Standard Life where RABI make contributions equivalent to 10% of your basic salary, provided you make a personal contribution of 5%.
• Life assurance from day one.
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme.

RABI is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and aims to ensure that all employment practices promote equality, diversity and inclusion. We are committed to creating an environment where everyone is treated fairly and with respect, and no employee or applicant receives less favourable treatment because of their sex, sexual orientation, age, race, religion, belief, ethnic origin, disability, marital status, or any other characteristic that cannot be justified. Recruitment and development decisions are made solely on the basis of skills, experience, qualifications and abilities.