Interim Senior HR Advisor

Michael Page (UK); Sheffield; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A public sector organization in Sheffield seeks a HR Advisor to support managers with HR policies, manage employee relations, and drive performance initiatives. The ideal candidate will be CIPD Level 5 qualified with strong experience in managing employee relations cases. This role offers a salary of £35,000 - £40,000 and a flexible working arrangement in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Flexibility in working hours

Opportunity to work on meaningful projects

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Strong experience managing employee relations cases.
• Ability to coach and guide managers on HR matters.
• Experience in unionised environments is a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Advise line managers on HR policies and procedures.
• Manage employee relations cases up to tribunal risk.
• Support organizational change projects.
• Contribute to policy development.
• Promote continuous improvement in HR services.

Skills

Employee relations management

HR policy guidance

Coaching and mentoring

Excellent communication

Influencing skills

Understanding of employment legislation

Education

CIPD Level 5 qualification

Job description

• Immediate start required.
• 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:

• Is CIPD Level 5 qualified (or equivalent)
• 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

• £35,000 - £40,000 pa FTE
• 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!