HR Advisor - 12m FTC

Liberty HR Recruitment; Southampton; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Liberty Recruitment Group are partnering with a well-established organisation in Southampton to recruit an HR Advisor on a 12-month fixed-term maternity cover contract. You will join the HR team and focus on Employee Relations, wellbeing, and data-driven HR support across the employee lifecycle.

The role requires CIPD Level 5, generalist HR experience, strong knowledge of UK employment law, and excellent communication.

Qualifications

• CIPD Level 5 qualification or equivalent.
• Strong generalist HR experience with exposure to Employee Relations.
• Good knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice.

Responsibilities

• Provide HR advice to employees and managers on policies and lifecycle.
• Guide on performance, absence, wellbeing and related topics.
• Conduct exit interviews, maternity risk assessments and meetings.
• Analyse people data and trends, producing management information.
• Support engagement, wellbeing, retention and performance initiatives.
• Collaborate with specialist HR teams on wider projects.
• Support payroll processes and ensure timely changes.
• Build relationships with stakeholders across the organisation.

Skills

Employee relations

HR policy guidance

Data analysis

Communication skills

Education

CIPD Level 5

Job description

Liberty Recruitment Group are delighted to be partnering with a well-established organisation in the search for an HR Advisor to join their HR team on a 12-month fixed-term maternity cover contract.

Based in Southampton, this is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced HR professional who enjoys Employee Relations, working closely with HR Business Partners and providing a high-quality service to employees and managers.

You will provide practical and commercially focused HR advice across the employee lifecycle, with a particular focus on Employee Relations, people data, wellbeing and supporting the wider HR team.

Key responsibilities as an HR Advisor:

• Provide advice and guidance to employees and managers on HR policies, procedures and employee lifecycle matters
• Provide guidance on performance, absence, wellbeing and other people-related matters
• Conduct exit interviews, maternity risk assessments and other employee meetings as required
• Analyse people data and trends, producing meaningful management information and insights
• Support initiatives aimed at improving employee engagement, wellbeing, retention and performance
• Work collaboratively with specialist HR teams on wider projects and programmes
• Support payroll processes, ensuring relevant employee changes are communicated accurately and on time
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders across the organisation

The ideal candidate:

• CIPD Level 5 qualified or equivalent
• Strong generalist HR experience, ideally with good exposure to Employee Relations
• Good knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice
• Confident providing practical advice and guidance to employees and managers
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail

This role will suit someone who:

• Enjoys Employee Relations and wants to continue developing their expertise
• Is comfortable working with both people and data
• Enjoys working collaboratively as part of a wider HR team
• Is resilient, adaptable and able to manage changing priorities
• Is passionate about creating a positive and inclusive employee experience

If you’re an experienced HR Advisor looking for your next opportunity within a collaborative and professional environment, we would love to hear from you. Please reach out to one of the team at Liberty Recruitment Group