HR Specialist

Harvey Nash Group; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment firm is seeking an HR Specialist for a 3-month contract in Edinburgh. This full-time role involves leading the implementation of reward strategies and managing complex employee relations cases. Candidates must have a Basic Disclosure and experience in similar projects within a regulated environment. The position offers a hybrid work model, requiring attendance in Edinburgh three days a week, providing an opportunity to engage positively with employees during the transition.

Qualifications

• Must have a Basic Disclosure.
• Experience in a regulated environment preferred.
• Ability to translate recommendations into actionable plans.

Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation of Reward Strategy/Benefits Review.
• Manage end to end case processing for complex employee relations issues.
• Coach managers in handling employee relations matters.

Skills

Experience with reward change projects

Employee relations management

Strong communication skills

Job description

Harvey Nash is now inviting candidates to apply for the role of HR Specialist.

• 3 Month contract
• Full time hours
• Hybrid to Edinburgh (3 days a week)
• Umbrella set up
• Candidates must have a Basic Disclosure

Our client requires a contractor with experience of delivering reward change projects and ER case management in a complex, ideally regulated, environment.

Reward

• Lead and support the implementation phase of our clients Reward Strategy/Benefits Review, ensuring a smooth transition from design to delivery.
• Leading / supporting reward, employee relations and employee engagement aspects of the project.
• Translate recommendations into clear, actionable implementation plans, timelines, and communications.
• Work closely with fellow colleagues to ensure alignment and the effective rollout of new reward/benefit structures, policies, and frameworks.
• Support the development and delivery of internal communications and people manager guidance related to reward/benefit changes.
• Support positive employee engagement throughout the change process.

Employee Relations

• Full end to end case management of complex cases.
• Policy reviews and updates
• Create a suite of template letters and checklists for employee relations.
• Coach and upskill people managers to effectively handle ER matters.

If the above is a good match to your experience, please submit your CV.