Human Resources Advisor

Maritime Developments Limited; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an HR Advisor to join their proactive team in a fast-paced environment. This role is pivotal in supporting recruitment, training, and employee relations while ensuring compliance with employment legislation. The ideal candidate will possess strong HR advisory experience, excellent analytical skills, and a collaborative spirit. By embracing diversity and fostering an inclusive workplace, this innovative firm aims to drive success through its talented workforce. If you are passionate about HR and want to contribute to a dynamic team, this is the opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Proven HR advisory experience is essential for this role.
• Strong knowledge of employment legislation and HR best practices required.

Responsibilities

• Support managers with recruitment, training, and employee relations.
• Analyze HR data to drive informed decision-making and enhance processes.

Skills

HR Advisory Experience

Knowledge of Employment Legislation

Analytical Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Collaboration

Attention to Detail

Education

CIPD Qualification or Equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

PeopleHR

Job description

Maritime Developments Limited - Maritime Developments | Tailored consultancy, equipment and personnel packages

Do you want to be a part of a forward thinking team, challenging how things are done today to find improved solutions for tomorrow? Are you energetic and driven, with real hunger to progress?

The MDL brand is centred on a unique personality that shapes us in the development of our team and guides us on how we select who should be part of it. We live Ingenious Instinct by always being open minded to ideas, whatever they are and whomever they come from. We encourage creativity and problem solving, we challenge our team, our processes and our offering to customers, and we celebrate our successes.

The purpose of the HR Advisor is to provide support to the HR Manager to ensure the delivery an effective HR service, including recruitment and training, across the MDL business.

At MDL, we're dedicated to creating an exceptional workplace where innovation thrives and people flourish. As part of our small, proactive HR team, you'll play a key role in supporting our managers and employees in a fast-paced, data-driven environment. Flexibility and adaptability are at the heart of our approach, enabling us to stay ahead in an ever-evolving landscape.

Key Result Areas

• Participate in the development and implementation of HR strategies that support MDL’s business goals.
• Act as point of contact for managers and employees, providing expert advice on HR policies, procedures and best practices. Ensuring our processes and practices are compliant with current employment legislation.
• Collaborate with managers to address employee relation issues, ensuring fair and consistent outcomes.
• Support the recruitment process, including developing job descriptions and participating in interviews where appropriate.
• Assist in the implementation of HR initiatives and programs aligned with the business goals.
• Analyse HR data and generate insightful reports to drive informed decision making.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of HR processes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Provide guidance on learning and development opportunities to support employee growth.
• Ensure compliance with employment legislation. Provide guidance and advice to staff and managers on HR policies and procedures.
• Visible advocate for MDL’s mission and core values, embedding them in our processes.
• Champion diversity and inclusion initiatives, creating a workplace that celebrates diversity and promotes equality.

Responsibilities & Accountabilities

Employee Relations

• Acting as a key point of contact to support employees and managers in resolving workplace conflicts.
• Providing advice on grievance and disciplinary procedures, ensuring compliance with legal standards.
• Facilitating conflict resolution through mediation and communication to foster a harmonious work environment.

Policy Development

• Reviewing and updating HR policies to reflect current laws, regulations, and business needs.
• Ensuring that policies promote diversity, equity, and inclusion within the workplace.
• Communicating new or revised policies effectively to employees and management.

Recruitment and Selection

• Collaborating with hiring managers to create job descriptions that align with business goals.
• Ensuring a fair and transparent selection process that attracts diverse and talented candidates.

Performance Management

• Supporting managers in setting clear and achievable performance objectives.
• Assisting in organising regular performance reviews and providing coaching or training to managers.
• Focal point for our performance module on PeopleHR.
• Identifying performance trends and implementing improvement strategies for underperforming teams or individuals.

Compliance

• Staying updated on employment legislation and ensuring the organisation adheres to all regulations.
• Providing legal guidance to managers and employees on issues such as contracts, dismissals, or working hours.

Data Analysis and Reporting

• Collecting and analysing HR metrics like turnover rates, absenteeism, and employee satisfaction scores.
• Preparing reports and presentations to inform management decisions and highlight trends.
• Using data insights to propose innovative solutions to improve workplace efficiency and morale.

Learning and Development

• Identifying skill gaps within the workforce and recommending appropriate training programs.
• Project lead in the implementation of our competency, learning and training management system.
• Promoting career development initiatives, such as mentorship programs or leadership training.

Qualities and Experience

• Proven experience in an HR advisory or similar role (essential).
• CIPD qualified/similar or working towards HR qualification (desirable).
• Strong knowledge of employment legislation and HR best practices (essential).
• Strong administrative and organisational skills (essential).
• Excellent knowledge of Microsoft office package and HRIS (essential).
• Experience of using PeopleHR (desirable).
• Exceptional work ethic, discrete and confidential in all aspects of the role (essential).
• One Team: Able to support and foster a collaborative approach across the Team (essential).
• Trustworthy and approachable (essential).
• High attention to detail within a fast paced environment (essential).
• Analytical skills and a data-driven approach to problem solving (essential).
• Able to work independently, proactively, flexibly and deliver on promises with a strong focus on delivering results (essential).

At Maritime Developments, we believe that diversity drives innovation and success. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all employees feel valued and supported. We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities.