HR/People Advisor

Alcohol and Drugs Service; Hessle; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A health service organization in Hessle is seeking an experienced HR professional to support people services and ensure compliance with HR practices. The ideal candidate will hold a CIPD level 5 and be adaptable in managing a dynamic workload. Responsibilities include aligning HR practices with policies, managing recruitment, and acting as a key contact for HR matters. The role offers opportunities for hybrid working and includes generous annual leave and pension benefits.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Attractive Pension Package

Health Scheme

Training opportunities

Enhanced sick pay

Qualifications

• Independent work ability, showing self-motivation and resilience.
• Adaptable to a dynamic environment with a flexible approach.
• Experience in HR practices and compliance with policies.

Responsibilities

• Ensure HR practices align with policies and UK employment legislation.
• Act as a first point of contact for managers on HR matters.
• Support the general HR function and recruitment processes.

Skills

HR practices alignment

Recruitment

Data reporting

Self-motivation

Collaboration

Education

CIPD level 5 or equivalent

Job description

Overview

The Alcohol & Drug Service (ADS) are a registered charity who have been transforming the lives of people affected by drugs and alcohol misuse for over 40 years.

Are you an experienced and pro‑active HR professional with a passion for supporting people?

We are looking for a knowledgeable, enthusiastic and passionate person who wants to progress their career in HR/People Services and be an integral part of a small dynamic team to deliver a comprehensive service across the organisation and ensure compliance with policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

The innovative HR/People Services function provides support services to the wider agency. You will ensure HR practices align with policies and procedures and are in line with current employment legislation and are implemented consistently.

This is a generalist role with the opportunity to be involved in all aspects of the HR function, including recruitment and assisting in data reporting. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role by being the first point of contact for managers on HR related matters. This is an exciting time to join us, and no two days are the same.

You should be flexible in your approach, have the ability to manage a demanding workload and be able to work autonomously and make decisions within the remit of the role.

Following the successful completion of the induction period there is the opportunity for hybrid working.

Qualifications & Experience

The successful candidate will hold a CIPD level 5 or equivalent. You must be able to work independently, demonstrating self‑motivation whilst also having the ability to work collaboratively. You will need to demonstrate adaptability and resilience, thriving in a dynamic and evolving environment.

Working Hours & Contract

This post can be full time (37.5 hours) or part time (tba). The office hours are Monday to Friday 9.00am to 5.00pm.

Contact

To arrange an informal discussion with Jayne Brownlee contact: 01482 320606.

PLEASE NOTE: The successful candidate must, by the commencement of employment, have the right to work in the UK.

Salary & Benefits

Salary £25,905 – 31,611 DOE.

Generous annual leave: 29 days per annum, rising to 31 after 2 years’ service and 34 after 5; plus public holidays.

Attractive Pension Package (6% employer contribution).

Health Scheme.

Training opportunities in line with the personalised learning and development plan.

Enhanced sick pay.

To join ADS at a time of exciting and fast‑growing change.

Check out the benefits page: https://adsbenefits-uk.org/.

About ADS

Working at ADS is more than a job, it’s an investment of time to make a difference to the lives of people with substance misuse issues and their families.

Legal & Equal Opportunity Statements

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

The ADS is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity. We promote the fair and equal treatment of potential and existing employees and service users.