Human Resources Advisor

TN United Kingdom; East London; On-site; ZAR 30 000 - 60 000; Full time

Job summary

An established education provider is seeking a passionate Human Resource Advisor to enhance workplace culture and support HR functions. This role involves guiding employees through HR processes, managing performance issues, and fostering positive relationships across the campus. You'll play a vital role in onboarding new hires, ensuring compliance with HR policies, and promoting a diverse and inclusive environment. Join a dedicated team focused on improving lives through education while enjoying a collaborative atmosphere that values your contributions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related experience required.
• Efficient HR administration and people skills necessary.

Responsibilities

• Direct managers and employees to appropriate guidance channels.
• Assist in Performance Management, Disciplinaries, and Grievances.
• Manage HR operations workflow and support HR projects.

Skills

HR Administration

Communication Skills

Conflict Management

Problem-Solving

Organizational Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

HR Software

Job description

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At Global Banking School, we invest in our people. What began in 2010, with the mission of increasing access to higher education to under-represented groups in the sector, has now evolved into one of the UK’s leading private higher education providers. Our vision is embedded within our values and Our values are not just a set of words; they define who we are and what we strive to be as an organisation. Our values, students and employees are at the heart of everything that we do.

To support our ongoing growth as a leading education provider, we are building an organisation of passionate, dedicated, and hardworking people.

The Human Resource Advisor will report to the Senior Employee Relations Manager and is responsible for all HR related matters, procedures, and practices on the relevant campus. They are responsible for ensuring the culture of GBS is developed and embedded into campus everyday life. They will provide the Head of HR with reports on all HR related matters/issues on campus and liaise with the HR team to suggest solutions or recommend change.

Please note we operate an on-site working model.

Main Responsibilities

• Direct managers and employees to appropriate guidance channels and act as a point of escalation for key HR matters or issues that arise
• Assisting and advising on Performance Management, Disciplinaries, Grievances, Dismissals and Contractual Issues within the campus or business areas
• Help the Operations Team administer and maintain all HR operations workflow such SOP’s, training manuals, compliance trainings workshops and manager guides; Employee Relations (ER) case logs and sickness issues.
• Manage and support the various HR projects and contributing to sustained operational effectiveness.
• Acts as a single point of the contact for the employees and liaise with line managers.
• Work closely with management and employees to improve work relationships, build morale, and increase productivity and retention.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with all staff to achieve high levels of trust, respect, and professionalism.
• Provide Generalist HR services to staff and campus.
• Work closely with recruitment team to direct and participate in the interview process, scheduling, and onboarding of new candidates.
• Ensure new hire induction is carried out for all new hires.
• Liaise closely with central HR team to ensure all HR policies and practices are followed out and implemented.
• Culturally aware and possess the ability to influence and guide at all levels.
• Promote and encourage positive employee experiences, culture, and engagement.
• Right to work, verification of documents.
• Provide campus tours and ensure new joiners are settled.
• Ensure the delivery of core HR services.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related experience
• Efficient HR administration and people skills
• Fantastic knowledge of HR functions and best practices
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Works comfortably under pressure and meets tight deadlines
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and related HR software
• Remarkable organisational and conflict management skills
• Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills

Other Information

We improve lives through education, committing to inclusiveness and realising the power of diversity each day. We are proud of the many backgrounds, experiences, beliefs and cultures here at GBS — people are the heart of everything we do and our aspirations for the society we want to see in the future, and as such, we welcome applications from all ethnicities, gender, ages and abilities.

Please note, this role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.