HR Advisor

Summary: We are looking for an experienced HR Operations Advisor to join a leading public sector organization on an initial 3-month contract. The role involves providing expert HR advice, managing employee relations casework, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives. The position is hybrid, requiring two days per week on-site in Swindon, including Wednesdays. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in operational HR and excellent communication skills.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide expert HR advice and guidance to managers and employees on a wide range of HR policies and procedures.
• Manage employee relations casework, including absence management, performance, disciplinary and grievance matters.
• Coach and support managers to ensure consistent, compliant and effective people management.
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders across the organisation and external partners.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance HR processes and ways of working.
• Analyse HR data and trends to provide insights and recommendations.
• Contribute to HR projects, organisational change initiatives and learning activities.
• Maintain accurate HR records and ensure compliance with employment legislation and organisational policies.

Key Skills:

• Experience working within an operational HR environment.
• CIPD qualification or equivalent HR knowledge and experience.
• Strong employee relations case management experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to influence, coach and build relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Sound judgement and decision-making within HR policies and procedures.
• Collaborative approach with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: Swindon

Country: UK

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: HR