HR Advisor (FTC, ending 29th Aug 2025)

NHS; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The NHS seeks an experienced HR Advisor to join our team, focusing on employee relations and supporting HR initiatives. This office-based temporary role is suited for those who thrive in a dynamic environment with opportunities to enhance HR processes and contribute to organizational goals.

Qualifications

• Experience in HR advisory roles.
• Knowledge of employment law and ACAS guidelines.
• Ability to manage employee relations cases.

Responsibilities

• Be the first point of contact for ER queries.
• Develop relationships and influence best practices.
• Support key HR strategy projects.

Skills

Employee Relations

Communication

Relationship Building

Problem-Solving

Job description

A great opportunity for an experienced HR Advisor, with an emphasis on Employee Relations.

This is a temporary assignment on a fixed-term contract up to 29th August 2025 to cover a sabbatical period of absence, working 4 days a week (32 hours per week) with a start date as soon as possible (subject to satisfactory compliance checks, including right to work check, references, and Enhance DBS check).

As the HR Advisor at Prometheus, you will report to the Head of HR to support and work collaboratively, building effective working relationships with the wider Prometheus team.

The role has a strong focus on employee relations but also provides opportunities to be actively involved in organisational change and resource management.

This is an office-based role (Birmingham, Fort Dunlop).

Main duties of the job

• Be the first point of contact for ER queries, supporting Managers with Employee Relation cases, while assessing any mitigating potential risk.
• Develop effective ongoing relationships at all levels, responding to queries directly and influencing managers to follow best practices.
• Ensure accurate monitoring and recording of the case management system.
• Provide guidance and support on family-friendly matters, including maternity, flexible working, paternity, and adoption.
• Produce required monthly and weekly reports.
• Support the HR team in administering employee lifecycle processes ensuring legal compliance.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of processes, policies, and documentation to align with best practices and legal standards.
• Support the Head of HR in key people strategy projects such as staff surveys and external compliance audits.

About us

Prometheus is a leading provider of secure transportation solutions, specialising in the mental health sector and Complex Care Enhanced Observations for Acute Trusts, Mental Health Services, and Local Authorities.

You will be working in a busy, friendly HR department, with opportunities to utilise your skills and experience.

If you enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, this may be the job for you.

Job responsibilities

Key Relationships:

Managing Director, Finance Director, Senior Leadership Team, Operations and Service Delivery management team, Human Resources, Healthcare Professionals, Finance, and other staff across the RCI Group of Businesses.

Role Overview:

Create and update HR content that is legally compliant and supports the HR function. Train, upskill, and support line management through coaching and training. Create and present data insights for strategic decisions, manage employee relations cases following company policies and procedures.

Maintain effective relationships with the business and uphold high professional standards aligned with ACAS and CIPD codes of conduct.

Champion the company's vision and values, especially as they impact the workforce.

Respond to general queries sent to the HR inbox, owning or escalating as necessary.

Lead longer-term projects that support business growth through HR input.

Support or lead HR training sessions.

Assist with consultations and business restructuring, acting as a point of contact for change-related queries.