Human Resources Advisor

djs executive search limited; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

djs executive search limited is seeking an HR Advisor to support HR operations across Europe. The role involves providing generalist advisory services, collaborating with managers on HR matters, and supporting recruitment and employee development initiatives.

The ideal candidate will hold a degree and have experience in an HR advisory capacity, with a preference for those working towards CIPD qualifications. Candidates should demonstrate strong organisational skills and a proactive approach.

This position allows for some flexible working and travel within Europe.

Qualifications

• Previous work experience in a generalist HR advisory role.
• Worked within a complex or multi-national organisation.
• European language skills would be a benefit.

Responsibilities

• Provide generalist HR advisory service throughout the European division.
• Collaborate with talent acquisition teams and oversee recruitment campaigns.
• Support the annual HR calendar of activities including pay reviews.
• Carry out job architecture assessments to support employee development.

Skills

Solid planning and organisational skills

Advanced working knowledge of MS Office

Excellent communication skills

Pro-active and hands-on attitude

Experience with HR information systems

Education

CIPD qualifications (achieved or working towards)

Graduate standard

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

MS Outlook

Mercer Job Architecture

SAP SuccessFactors

Job description

As part of this highly successful, global organisation, the European business now requires an HR Advisor to join the team and play a critical role in providing generalist HR advisory support across the European business.

This role will partner closely with managers across the regions to support their teams across all HR related matters acting as a trusted advisor throughout every stage of the annual HR cycle.

Candidates should note that there will be an element of flexible/ agile working with this role.

The Role:

Reporting to the Head of HR Operations for the region, as the HR Advisor, the role will have responsibility for, but not limited to:

• providing a generalist HR advisory service throughout the European division
• collaborating with talent acquisition teams and oversee recruitment campaigns, where applicable
• collaborating with wider HR colleagues to achieve a better understanding of current HR issues and introduce the most effective solutions
• producing contractual documentation, including offer letters, contracts and variation to terms letters
• supporting the enhancement of the global HR Information Systems including testing, training and support; being an advocate for the platform
• monitoring and reporting on HR metrics to support decision making processes
• supporting the annual HR calendar of activities including pay reviews, objective setting and performance reviews
• supporting European projects and initiatives as required
• carry out job architecture assessments to support the employee development, compensation and benefits strategy
• support the strategies to drive diversity and inclusion improvements across the division

The Candidate:

Ideally of graduate standard, candidates for the HR Advisor role will have preferably worked within a business or HR focused discipline, gaining previous work experience in a generalist HR advisory role.

Candidates for the HR Advisor role will preferably also have achieved, or be working towards their further CIPD qualifications.

In addition, candidates for the HR Advisor role will be required to demonstrate that they have:

• solid planning and organisational skills, with a close attention to detail
• previously worked within a complex or multi-national organisation
• advanced working knowledge of MS software packages such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
• a working knowledge of HR information systems
• experience of Mercer Job Architecture and SAP SuccessFactors
• excellent communication skills, with a strong commitment to success
• the ability to multi-task and prioritise workloads

Candidates for the HR Advisor role should also be:

• a pro-active, hands-on type individual, who demonstrates initiative and has a positive, professional attitude
• a strong, customer focused individual with the presence and ability to communicate, motivate and influence at the highest level
• capable of working as part of a team or under your own initiative to meet required targets and deadlines

European language skills would be a benefit but are not essential and candidates should note that from time to time, there will be some travel throughout the European division with this role.