People Advisor London, United Kingdom

Ogilvy Group; London; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading creative advertising agency as a People Advisor, where your expertise in HR will drive impactful changes within a dynamic and inclusive workplace. This role offers a unique opportunity to navigate complex organizational structures while ensuring employee support and development. Collaborate with business leaders to foster a positive culture, champion diversity, and implement effective HR strategies. If you're passionate about enhancing employee experiences and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this is the perfect opportunity to make a real difference in the world of advertising and healthcare communications.

Qualifications

• Experience as an HR Advisor or Generalist in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of HR best practices and relevant legislation.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert HR advice on employee relations and performance management.
• Support HR strategy development and promote an inclusive workplace culture.

Skills

Employee Relations

Performance Management

Talent Development

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Organizational Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Education

Degree in Human Resources or related field

Job description

Location: London, UK - hybrid
Contact type: FTC (12 Months)
Full Time/Part time: Full time ideally due to the demands of the role but we will consider 4 days
Reporting into: Head of Employee Experience

About Ogilvy

Ogilvy has been creating impact for brands through iconic, culture-changing, value-driving ideas since the company was founded by David Ogilvy 75 years ago. It builds on that rich legacy through Borderless Creativity – innovating at the intersections of its advertising, public relations, relationship design, consulting, and health capabilities with experts collaborating seamlessly across over 120 offices in nearly 90 countries. Ogilvy currently ranks as the #1 global agency network for creative excellence and effectiveness by WARC, signifying its ability to deliver creative solutions that drive unreasonable impact for clients and communities. Ogilvy is a WPP company (NYSE: WPP). For more information, visit Ogilvy.com, and follow us on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and Facebook.

Ogilvy Health is one of the largest global networks in healthcare communications and provides strategic, integrated communication solutions for our clients, including many of the biggest names in the pharmaceutical industry. We are made up of healthcare communication specialists across the disciplines of medical education and communications; brain sciences; brand promotion; digital and social; strategic planning; public relations and creative/design.

About the Role

Working in HR today is undoubtedly challenging and multifaceted, demanding a strategic thinker who can navigate complex situations with empathy and professionalism. If you're passionate about creating a positive and inclusive workplace and thrive in a dynamic environment, this role offers a unique and rewarding opportunity to make a real impact.

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced People Advisor (HR Advisor) to join our team at the world's leading creative advertising agency. As a People Advisor, you will be a key member of our team, responsible for providing HR advice and support to our employees across the organisation. You will play a critical role in helping us to attract, develop, and retain top talent while ensuring that our employees have the support and resources they need to excel in their roles.

This 12-month fixed-term contract offers a unique blend of work in the dynamic world of advertising and the specialist health sector. You'll be navigating a matrixed and complex organisational structure, delivering effective HR solutions and making a real impact.

We require a versatile individual who excels in navigating complexity and establishing effective structures and processes to overcome challenges. This requires a proactive approach and an innovative mindset, consistently seeking out new solutions and approaches. Collaboration is key, as this role entails working closely with teams and supporting areas beyond one's immediate responsibilities. Additionally, you possess a keen eye for enhancing the employee experience, actively identifying opportunities for improvement and collaborating with People Partners to implement impactful changes.

As a People Advisor, you will work closely with our HRBPs to develop and implement HR strategies, policies, and programs that promote a positive and inclusive workplace culture. You will have the opportunity to partner with our business leaders to provide guidance on a wide range of HR issues, including employee relations, performance management, and talent development.

What You’ll Do

As a People Advisor, you'll be a trusted partner to our employees and business leaders, providing comprehensive HR support across the employee lifecycle. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Providing expert advice and guidance on employee relations, performance management, and talent development.
• Supporting the development and implementation of HR strategies, policies, and programs.
• Championing a positive, inclusive, and equitable workplace culture.
• Ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and best practices.

What You’ll Need

We're looking for someone with the ability to understand and respond effectively to the needs and perspectives of others. Someone who can confidently navigate complex situations and offer constructive challenges to stakeholders. You'll be able to take a broad perspective, making objective decisions that align with both employee well-being and business objectives.

• Experience in a similar HR Advisor or HR Generalist role, preferably in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• Knowledge of HR best practices and relevant legislation, including labour laws and equal employment opportunity regulations.
• Demonstrated experience in employee relations, performance management, and talent development.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to communicate complex information in a clear and concise manner.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with employees at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a flexible and adaptable approach to work.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
• Proven problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyse complex situations and develop effective solutions.
• Passion for diversity, equity, and inclusion, with a commitment to promoting these values in the workplace.

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