HR Advisor

HR Advisor - Manchester

We have an exciting opportunity available for a HR Advisor based in Manchester, OL8. Salary c.£35k, onsite working. LGPension Scheme. 25days holiday bank holidays (rising to 31 with length of service)

Role
To provide support for the HR caseload including, absence management, disciplinary, grievance and capability. To lead on the recruitment, and support staffing analysis and performance management. To work flexibly and collaboratively with colleagues and Senior Leadership Teams.

HR Advisor Responsibilities:

• Work with the Deputy of HR to support the day-to-day running of the HR Central Services team, including working methods, setting targets, developing capability, and holding them to account.
• Support the review process to update policies, procedures, and processes.
• To provide advice and support in relation the HR matters, reporting any issues to the Head of HR
• To manage HR caseloads, in areas such as:
• Absence management, including conducting return to work interview meetings and risk assessments
• Staff wellbeing support
• Disciplinary, Capability and Grievance processes
• Mediation meetings
• Flexible working requests.

• To be responsible for the recruitment and selection process, taking the lead on recruitment.
• Offer advice and guidance to line managers, review current practices and direct the HR Assistants and Office Managers regarding compliance and processes.
• To support and train staff as required and ensure consistency in the use of HR systems and processes across the organisation.
• To provide HR statistical and management information, as required.
• To keep updated on employment legislation and case law and be initiative-taking in ensuring managers are appropriately briefed on relevant changes and new legislation.

Skills and Experience

• Knowledge of current employment law legislation
• Confidence in ability to advise staff at all levels on HR legislation, policy, and practice.
• Knowledge of best practice in specific HR areas (Recruitment and Selection, Absence Management, Capability, Disciplinary and Grievance)
• A CIPD Level 5 qualification (Diploma or equivalent HR experience)
• Evidence of ongoing professional development within HR
• Experience of dealing with difficult and sensitive situations in a diplomatic and professional manner
• Experience of using databases and management information systems in an area which is routinely audited.
• Supervisory experience including giving instructions, delegating work, developing working methods, monitoring performance.
• Enhanced DBS clearance/References

For further information about this position please apply.

Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer. Job suitability is assessed on merit in accordance with the individual's skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.