Interim Senior HR Advisor

Page Personnel; Sheffield; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A public sector organization in Sheffield is seeking an HR Advisor for a temporary role. In this position, you will provide guidance on HR policies, manage employee relations cases, and support organizational change. The ideal candidate will have strong experience managing ER cases and the ability to coach managers effectively in a flexible, hybrid work environment. This opportunity allows for professional development within the Public Sector.

Benefits

Flexibility in working hours

Opportunity to work on meaningful projects

Structured support in the workplace

Qualifications

• Strong experience managing ER cases (disciplinary, grievance, capability, sickness).
• Ability to coach and guide managers on HR matters.
• Understanding and applying employment legislation effectively.

Responsibilities

• Advise and coach line managers on HR policies.
• Manage employee relations cases.
• Support organisational change projects.

Skills

Managing employee relations cases

Coaching line managers

Understanding employment legislation

Excellent communication

Relationship building

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• Based in Sheffield, hybrid working + flexibility.

About Our Client

This public sector organisation plays a vital role in shaping the future of South Yorkshire. With values rooted in collaboration, integrity, ambition, and accountability, the team works together to deliver meaningful change for communities and stakeholders across the region. You'll be joining a supportive, values-driven environment that encourages innovation and improvement.The role is based in Sheffield and they operate a flexible and hybrid model - 3 days on-site in Sheffield, with flex.

Job Description

In this role, you'll be a trusted partner to managers, advising on a full range of people matters. You'll work across a broad HR portfolio, providing policy guidance, coaching on employee relations, supporting change programmes, and driving performance and development initiatives.Key responsibilities include:

• Advising and coaching line managers on HR policies and procedures
• Managing employee relations cases up to but not including those with employment tribunal risk
• Supporting organisational change projects, including role profiling and consultation
• Supporting performance management and development planning
• Contributing to policy development in line with legislation and best practice
• Working with the HR team on pay review data and analysis
• Promoting continuous improvement and best practice across HR services

The Successful Applicant

We're looking for someone who:

• Has strong experience managing ER cases (disciplinary, grievance, capability, sickness)
• Can confidently coach and guide managers on HR matters
• Understands employment legislation and can apply it effectively
• Is an excellent communicator, influencer, and relationship builder
• Can work at pace and juggle multiple priorities

You must be immediately available or available to start on short notice. Experience in unionised environments or using applicant tracking systems is a bonus.

What's on Offer

• A temporary contract offering flexibility and the chance to work on meaningful projects in Sheffield.
• Opportunity to develop further expertise within the Public Sector and Human Resources field.
• Supportive and structured work environment.

If you're ready to bring your HR expertise to this temporary role, apply today to make a difference in the Public Sector!