HR Advisor - Maternity Cover

We Manage Jobs(WMJobs); Stratford-upon-Avon; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Stratford-upon-Avon is seeking an enthusiastic HR professional to support the HR Managers and provide guidance to the HR Support Team. This generalist role involves advising managers through HR processes and assisting with sickness absence management. Applicants should have experience in a busy HR team and possess a good understanding of HR best practices. This role offers hybrid working arrangements and several professional development opportunities.

Benefits

A minimum of 25 days of annual leave

Hybrid working arrangements

Health Cash Plan Scheme

Training and Development opportunities

Access to Local Government Pension Scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in a generalist HR role.
• Willingness to challenge oneself in a new environment.

Responsibilities

• Advise and coach managers through HR processes.
• Support managers in formal HR process meetings.
• Assist in managing sickness absence and occupational health.

Skills

Experience of working in a busy HR team

Good working knowledge of key HR processes

Ability to build relationships

Job description

About Us

Based in the heart of Warwickshire, the beautiful district of Stratford‑on‑Avon is one of the most scenic and historical regions in the UK. Stratford‑on‑Avon District Council’s headquarters are located in the heart of William Shakespeare’s hometown. In the District, you will find thriving market towns, home to over 135,000 residents and a tourist destination for millions of visitors each year from across the globe. We are proud to provide public services to residents, businesses and visitors across this magnificent region, making it a great place to live, work and visit.

At the Council, our people are our superpower and by choosing to bring your talents to our organisation, you will be joining a great team where everyone feels that they truly belong, full of dedicated people all working with passion and purpose, across a dynamic portfolio of work providing high‑quality services.

Benefits

Flexibility

• A minimum of 25 days of annual leave, plus Bank Holidays (pro‑rata for part time posts)
• Hybrid working arrangements with the flexibility to work from home for up to 60% of your hours (dependent upon the role)
• Flexi‑time scheme for a better work‑life balance.

Lifestyle

• Health Cash Plan Scheme for medical and dental expenses.
• Eye test voucher scheme.
• Everyone Active Gym Membership discount.

Professional Development

• Training and Development opportunities.
• Payment of one professional subscription fee.

Financial Planning

• Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme to secure your future.
• Access to free will writing services.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Salary Sacrifice schemes e.g. Cycle to Work etc.
• Free town centre parking.

What to Expect in the Role

We have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic HR professional to join our small Human Resources Team to cover a period of maternity leave. This is a generalist HR role, supporting the HR Managers, as well as providing support and guidance to our HR Support Team. You will already have gained some great work experience in Human Resources and will be keen to challenge yourself further in a new environment.

Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities

• Advising and coaching managers through HR processes.
• Supporting managers in formal HR process meetings.
• Assisting in the management of sickness absence and occupational health.

What You’ll Need

• Experience of working in a busy HR team.
• Good working knowledge of key HR processes and best practice.
• The ability to quickly build great working relationships with managers, staff and Unison.