Temporary HR Advisor

Michael Page; Liverpool City Region; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Page is seeking an HR Advisor for a temporary assignment in Bootle, Merseyside. You will provide generalist HR support across a range of employee relations, absence management, performance, disciplinary, grievances and change-related cases within the not-for-profit sector.

You'll partner with managers, ensure compliance with employment law and policies, support Right to Work processes, assist with Employment Tribunal responses, deliver coaching, produce MI reports, and help drive HR

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a generalist HR role.
• Experience handling absence, performance, disciplinary, grievance and change-related cases.
• Experience supporting Right to Work compliance.
• Knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice.
• CIPD qualification (desirable) or working towards.

Responsibilities

• Provide generalist HR support and advice across employee relations.
• Manage a varied HR casework workload with compliance.
• Support managers with Right to Work processes and maintain records.
• Assist with Employment Tribunal preparation and responses.
• Deliver training and coaching on HR policies and best practice.
• Produce HR reports and management information.
• Maintain and update HR systems and data accuracy.
• Support HR projects and policy development.
• Build relationships with stakeholders across the business.
• Stay up to date with employment law.

Skills

General HR skills

Employee relations

Stakeholder management

Right to Work compliance

Coaching and training

Education

CIPD qualification (desirable)

Job description

As an HR Advisor in Bootle, Merseyside, you will handle day-to-day HR work within the not-for-profit sector, helping the Human Resources department run smoothly. You will provide practical advice and clear support across HR matters during this temporary assignment.

Client Details

The organisation operates in the not-for-profit sector in Bootle, Merseyside.

Description

• Provide generalist HR support and advice across employee relations matters, including absence management, performance, disciplinary, grievance and change-related cases.
• Manage a varied HR casework workload, ensuring compliance with employment legislation and company policies.
• Support managers with Right to Work processes and maintain accurate employee records.
• Assist with Employment Tribunal preparation and responses.
• Deliver training and coaching to managers on HR policies, procedures and best practice.
• Produce HR reports and management information to support business decision-making.
• Maintain and update HR systems, ensuring data accuracy and compliance.
• Support HR projects, policy development and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders and collaborate with colleagues across the business.
• Stay up to date with employment law, HR best practice and industry developments.

Profile

A successful 'HR Advisor' should have:

Experience

• Proven experience in a generalist HR role.
• Managing complex employee relations cases and advising managers on best practice.
• Providing practical HR guidance across a broad range of people matters.
• Experience supporting Right to Work compliance.
• Contributing to the development and improvement of HR policies, processes and procedures.
• Building effective relationships with stakeholders at all levels.

Skills

• Strong communication, influencing and stakeholder management skills.
• Confident advising managers and handling sensitive situations.
• Excellent coaching and relationship-building abilities.
• Able to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Proactive, resilient and solutions-focused approach.
• Strong organisational and project coordination skills.
• Customer-focused with a commitment to delivering high-quality outcomes.

Knowledge

• Sound understanding of UK employment law and HR best practice.
• Knowledge of Right to Work requirements and compliance processes.
• Good understanding of HR systems, processes and operations.

Qualifications

• CIPD qualified or working towards a CIPD qualification (desirable).

Job Offer

• Temporary HR Advisor position.
• Total Hourly pay of 20.81.
• Location in Bootle, Merseyside.
• Hybrid working on offer.

People are at the heart of Michael Page. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment. As an inclusive recruiter we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and experiences. If you require any adjustments or accommodations during the recruitment process, we'll work with you to ensure you can perform at your best.