HR Advisor

Job Description

Our client, a forward thinking public sector employer based in Norfolk, is currently recruiting for a HR Advisor on an initial 6 month fixed term contract.The position is due to start immediately on a full time capacity paying an annual salary ranging between £30,000-£35,000pa plus excellent benefits including 25 days holiday + bank holidays, ability to buy and sell up to 1 weeks annual leave, rewards scheme,store discount platform, death in service benefit plus much more.The opportunity offers agile working, with the successful candidate having the ability to be based in any of the following locations - Norwich, East Dereham, Melton / Woodbridge, Felixstowe, North Walsham or Bury St. Edmunds, when on-site.Duties will include (but not limited to):

• Working in partnership with leaders, key stakeholders and HR colleagues to shape, develop and deliver HR plans and solutions in line with organization priorities
• Operating as the HR expert, to advise, guide and support staff and managers by providing high level people management and development support across designated directorates
• Providing expert HR advice, guidance and coaching to managers and employees on HR matters throughout the employee journey
• Supporting managers in dealing with performance and employee relations issues, including dispute resolutions, investigations, disciplinary, grievances and absence management
• Influencing management and the leadership team around the people agenda to maximise performance
• Identify HR priorities from departmental objectives, translating business requirements into effective HR practices and delivering people solutions aligned to business objectives
• Delivering key HR initiatives across the employee journey, including restructuring, resourcing, talent management, pay and reward, employee relations, employee engagement and performance management
• Oversee recruitment campaigns, supporting the Recruitment Coordinator
• Actively promote employee engagement practices across the group
• Measuring and reporting on HR data to proactively review people metrics to enable continuous improvement, to drive decision making and change across the business and to ensure high levels of customer service
• Work to review historic casework, exit surveys and staff feedback to identify training and improvement opportunities across the business.
• Lead on and support with the completion of projects within the People Operational Delivery Plan (ODP)
• Maintain a clear understanding and provide up to date knowledge of the legal framework within which HR operates
• Advise and play a key role in any TUPE transfers, restructures, organisational changes and terms and condition changes
• Evaluate, develop and update HR policies and procedures in line with business and legislative requirements

Skills, knowledge and expertise required:

• CIPD Level 3 qualification (or above)
• Previous experience working in a similar HR role

Rewards and Benefits:

• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Ability to buy and sell up to 1 weeks annual leave
• Rewards scheme
• Store discount platform
• Death in service benefit
• Flexible / hybrid working - 2/3 days working from home

To apply please attach an updated copy of your CV through the link provided.James Andrews is acting as an employment agency and business in relation to this role.KEYWORDS: Human Resources; HR Officer; HR Adviser; HR Business Partner; Employee Relations; Employee Engagement etc.At James Andrews Recruitment Solutions we try to respond to all applications personally, however, due to the high volume of applications this is not always possible. If you have not heard back from us within 72 hours, please assume that your applicationhas been unsuccessful on this occasion.Dont forget our recommendation scheme: Recommend a friend or colleague to us and receive up to £100 each once they have completed 20 days in a role via James Andrews!**Terms and conditions apply, contact us for details

Keyskills :
Employee RelationsEmployment LawEngagementHuman ResourcesBusiness Partner Support