Senior People Advisor

Venn Group; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior People Advisor to join their team in the South West. This role involves providing expert guidance to divisional managers on employee relations, ensuring compliance with HR policies and legislation, and supporting staff training initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in public sector HR, particularly within the NHS, and demonstrate exceptional skills in handling complex ER casework. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact in a supportive and dynamic environment, helping to shape the future of workforce management in the organization.

Qualifications

• Experience in public sector HR, especially in NHS settings.
• Strong ability to support complex employee relations casework.

Responsibilities

• Advise on employment terms, policies, and legislation.
• Support managers with employee relations and HR issues.
• Prepare HR reports and assist in managing change.

Skills

Employee Relations

HR Policies and Legislation

Coaching

Workforce Analysis

Training and Education

Job description

Rate: Band 6

Location: Gloucestershire

Hours: 37.5

Duration: 3 Months initially

Reference: J87430

Venn Group are currently working with an NHS organisation in the South West, who are seeking a Senior People Advisor to support divisional managers with ER case work and coaching on things like sickness and performance management.

Main duties of the job:

• Advise managers and staff in the interpretation and application of terms and conditions of employment, policies, current legislation and codes of practice
• Provide professional advice and support to managers in dealing with employee relations issues
• Assist in the education and training of staff and managers in Human Resources issues where appropriate
• Keep appropriate documentation on all Human Resources issues, particularly dismissals, disciplinary and sickness matters
• Support the HR Manager and HRBP’s in preparing ‘the bundle’ for Employment Tribunals
• Regularly undertake the analysis of workforce information and prepare HR reports making use of qualitative, quantitative research and data
• Assist in facilitating the management of change within the organisation, including involvement in the handling and co-ordination of redeployment matters, consultation with staff and trade union representatives, counselling and assisting with redeployment initiatives
• Advise and support Managers and staff in TUPE transfer situations ensuring legislative requirements and deadlines are met

Essential Skills:

• Relevant experience within the public sector (ideally NHS)
• Exceptional skills and working knowledge / experience in supporting managers on complex ER casework
• Able to work with little supervision