People Advisor: Coaching Managers in HR & Employee Relations

Heart of Yorkshire Education Group

Wakefield

On-site

GBP 32,000 - 45,000

Full time

9 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Generous Annual Leave (30 days + bank)

Local Government Pension Scheme

Job summary

Heart of Yorkshire Education Group is seeking an experienced People Advisor to join our busy People Services team in Wakefield. You will provide expert advice on people policies, employment law, and support managers through employee relations cases while helping shape policies and wellbeing initiatives.

You will analyse people data, deliver training, and contribute to positive employee experiences across the organisation.

Qualifications

Level 5 CIPD qualification (or working towards).
Experience working within a professional HR or People Services environment.
Strong knowledge of employee relations and employment law.
Excellent communication, coaching, and relationship-building skills.
Ability to manage a varied workload and work independently.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

Provide professional advice on people policies, procedures, and employment law.
Support and coach managers through employee relations cases, including disciplinary, grievance, performance, and absence matters.
Analyse people data and identify opportunities for improvement.
Support the development of people policies, guidance, and wellbeing initiatives.
Deliver and support training on people-related topics.