People And Culture Advisor

James Frank Associates; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading firm in the Legal sector is seeking a People and Culture Advisor to join their HR department on a full-time, permanent basis. The role involves overseeing onboarding processes, maintaining employee records, and acting as the first point of contact for HR queries. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3 years' HR experience, ideally be CIPD qualified, and have strong knowledge of UK employment law. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a thriving firm's people strategy while developing your skill set.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 3 years' HR experience required.
• Previous experience in Legal/professional services is advantageous.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee onboarding and offboarding processes.
• Maintain accurate employee records.
• Act as a first point of contact for HR queries.
• Assist with recruitment activities.
• Guide on employee-related matters.

Skills

Strong knowledge of UK employment law

Ability to advise and guide Management

Attention to detail

Confident communication

HR experience

CIPD qualification

Education

CIPD Level 3 or 5

Job description

Our client, a leading firm in the Legal sector, is seeking a People and Culture Advisor to join them on a full-time, permanent basis.

Due to growth, our client is looking to hire a People and Culture Advisor to join their HR department, where you will be working closely with the wider team to help support and guide Managers within the firm with all people-related tasks, whilst acting as the go‑to for HR queries, questions and advice whilst supporting the firm's wider people strategy.

The successful candidate will have a minimum of 3 years' experience and will ideally be CIPD qualified.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee onboarding and offboarding, including staff inductions and exit interviews.
• Maintain accurate employee records, ensuring the internal HR systems are maintained and updated regularly.
• Act as the first point of contact for employee-related questions and HR queries.
• Assist with recruitment.
• Provide guidance on employee-related matters, including grievances, disciplinaries, absences and performance.
• Support with HR-related projects across the firm.
>Key Experience
• Minimum of 35 years' HR experience.
• Previous experience in the Legal / professional services field would be advantageous, although not essential.
• CIPD Level 3 / 5 qualified.
• Strong working knowledge of UK employment law and best practice.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, ensuring a high level of accuracy and attention to detail is maintained at all times.
• Confident liaising with colleagues of all levels across the firm.
• Able to advise and guide Management with people-related queries.

This is an exceptional opportunity for a People and Culture Adviser to join a thriving firm who are leaders within their field.

You will be working with knowledgeable, working on both day-to-day HR duties as well as project work, contributing to the people strategy within a successful organization whilst developing your skill set simultaneously.

CVs are being reviewed, so please apply now for immediate consideration.