HR Advisor

Sodexo; West Calder; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global services company in Scotland is seeking an HR Advisor to support managers at HMP Addiewell on recruitment, absence, and employee relations. The role involves leading case management for various HR issues and requires excellent communication and organizational skills. The ideal candidate should have experience in HR functions and be CIPD qualified or determined to obtain the qualification. Competitive salary and extensive benefits package offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Sodexo retirement plan

Discounts to over 1,900 brands

Gym discount

24/7 employee assistance programme

Qualifications

• Experience in a multi tasked role within a fast-paced environment.
• Experience of working in an HR function.

Responsibilities

• Ensure proactive case management of ER issues.
• Coordinate recruitment activity with hiring managers.
• Work collaboratively to increase brand attraction.
• Attend local job fairs to target external talent.
• Build strong working relationships across the HR family.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Ability to build and maintain strong working relationships

Good organisational skills

High level of confidentiality and discretion

Accuracy and attention to detail

Professionalism and resilience

Education

CIPD qualified (or determination to obtain qualification)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Teams

SAP (HR)

Job description

We're seeking a confident HR Advisor to join our team at HMP Addiewell, supporting managers on recruitment, absence, and employee relations. You'll lead case management for issues such as investigations, grievances, and disciplinary matters, liaise with People Services and Resourcing, and deputise for the HR Business Partner when required.

Join Sodexo and be part of something greater.

You belong in a team where you can act with purpose and thrive in your own way.

For more information on Sodexo Careers please visit Sodexo Careers

Main Responsibilities

• Ensure proactive case management of ER issues; providing practical advice to line managers and ensuring that this is compliant with both Sodexo policy and relevant employment legislation;
• Coordinate recruitment activity through regular liaison with hiring managers and resourcing colleagues; including approving requests to hire, reviewing job adverts and progressing interviews in a timely manner
• Work collaboratively with resourcing to increase attraction and build our brand within the local job market;
• Attend local job fairs - alongside other HR colleagues - to target a wider pool of external talent;
• Work collaboratively with the wider HR team and managers to ensure local policies and are adhered to;
• Build and maintain strong working relationships across the wider HR family including Sodexo prisons, central shared services, resourcing etc;
• Proactive case management and monitoring of suspensions to ensure suspension costs are minimal
• Review internal HR processes to support continuous improvement
• Support the HR Administrator in ensuring accuracy of all HR data including local trackers and reports
• Support with HR reporting and ad-hoc HR projects as and when required
• Support the HRBP in the analysis of HR data to proactively support the business

Please see attached job description for further information regarding the role requirements

The Ideal Candidate

Essential

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Experience in a multi tasked role within a fast-paced environment
• Ability to build and maintain strong working relationships with different stakeholders
• Good organisational skills with the ability to work consistently to deadlines
• IT competent including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and Teams
• High level of confidentiality and discretion
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Professionalism and resilience
• Experience of working in an HR function

Desirable

• CIPD qualified (or determination to obtain qualification)
• Experience of SAP (HR)

Package Description

Competitive salary depending on experience

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it's a chance to be part of something greater.

You'll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you'll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you'll be able to thrive in your own way.

In addition, we offer 20+ Sodexo benefits such as Sodexo retirement plan, discounts to over 1,900 brands to shop online, Gym discount to maintain a healthy lifestyle, a confidential 24/7 employee assistance programme providing independent support to overcome whenever life has its obstacles including emotional support, legal and financial advice.

For further details regarding our Sodexo benefits please see attached.

Ready to be part of something greater? Apply today!

About The Company

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services.

We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities, and we celebrate diversity. We're an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be natural, and be the best versions of themselves. We recognise that we're on a journey with regards to diversity and inclusion and would therefore welcome applications for candidates from underrepresented backgrounds.

We're a Disability Confident Leader employer. We're committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations. We run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria for the job.