HR Consultant

CRA GROUP RECRUITMENT AND PAYROLL LTD; Bristol; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in the UK is seeking a Human Resources Consultant to provide high-quality HR advice and support. The successful candidate will manage employee relations cases and contribute to HR initiatives. Strong knowledge of UK employment law and ability to build relationships are crucial. This is a full-time role based in Bristol, offering an opportunity to impact HR service delivery.

Qualifications

• Experience in advising on employee relations cases in a complex organisation.
• Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice.
• Ability to build trusted relationships with managers and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert advice on employee relations matters.
• Support managers with informal and formal casework.
• Build effective working relationships with managers.

Skills

Advising on employee relations cases

Knowledge of UK employment law

Strong communication skills

Ability to build relationships

Proactive and solution-focused

Ability to work independently

Job description

3 Month Contract With A local Authority

Job Purpose

We are seeking a proactive and professional Human Resources Consultant to provide high-quality HR advice and support to Council managers and staff. The successful candidate will play a key role in resolving a wide range of employee relations issues while contributing to the continuous improvement of HR & Organisational Development (OD) service delivery.

The post holder will be expected to manage cases independently as well as collaborate closely with the wider HR & OD Advisory team Business Support and Health Safety and Wellbeing teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide expert advice on a range of employee relations matters including disciplinary, grievance, performance management, absence and conduct issues.
• Support managers with informal and formal casework ensuring compliance with employment law and Council policies.
• Build effective working relationships with managers to develop HR solutions that support operational objectives.
• Maintain accurate and confidential case records and documentation.
• Work independently and manage a personal caseload efficiently.
• Contribute to policy development and HR initiatives as part of the HR & OD team.
• Collaborate with Business Support and Health Safety and Wellbeing colleagues to provide flexible and joined‑up HR services.
• Support continuous service improvement by sharing knowledge and contributing to team development.

Requirements

• Experience in advising on employee relations cases in a complex organisation.
• Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice.
• Ability to build trusted relationships with managers and colleagues.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proactive, solution-focused and committed to professional development.

Employment Type: Full Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1