Senior HR Advisor

Fox Morris Group Ltd; Maldon; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Maldon is seeking a Senior HR Advisor for a temporary 2-month contract with a possibility of extension. The candidate will provide HR support within the Council, particularly in managing employee relations matters. Responsibilities include advising on recruitment, contributing to strategic HR initiatives, and ensuring compliance with best practices in employment law. Ideal candidates should possess or be working towards a CIPD Level 5 qualification and have public sector experience.

Qualifications

• CIPD Level 5 qualified or working towards it, with public sector experience.
• Proficient in UK employment law and HR best practices.
• Experience managing complex employee relations cases.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert HR advice on employee relations cases.
• Assist in recruitment and selection processes.
• Support strategic HR initiatives and organisational change.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Data management

Stakeholder engagement

Change management

Education

CIPD Level 5 (or working towards)

Job description

Overview

Senior HR Advisor - Maldon District Council - CM9 5DL

2 Months Contract • 37 Hours Per week • Hybrid – 2 days in Office

The Council is offering an initial temporary contract for a period of 2 months with a view to extension or permanent position for the right candidate. Rate is negotiable dependent upon experience.

We are looking for a Senior HR Advisor at Council Offices, Princes Rd, Maldon CM9 5DL.

Maldon District Council is experiencing a busy period and requires additional support in their small and friendly HR department.

Key Accountabilities

• Provide expert, first-line HR advice and demonstrable experience in supporting or managing a range of employee relations cases (e.g., disciplinary, grievances, absence, conduct), via thorough policy application and promotion of consistency and fairness.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the proven ability to build credibility and trust at all organisational levels.
• Proficient in using data to maintain records on staff records.
• Confident when dealing with all levels of stakeholders in the Council.
• Understanding of change management within a HR setting.
• Provide advice and guidance on recruitment and selection, assisting colleagues and Line Managers to ensure this is delivered within the standards required.
• Familiar with Safeguarding and the DBS process for current and prospective employees (ideal).
• Support strategic HR initiatives and business projects, including organisational change. Contribute proactively to continuous improvement of HR systems and processes to enhance efficiency and the overall employee experience.
• Build trusted, professional working relationships across the business through confident and supportive communication.

Requirements

• The post holder will ideally be CIPD qualified at Level 5 (or working towards) and have public sector work experience.
• Familiar with Employment legislation and dealing with complex casework.
• Strong working knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice.