Senior HR Advisor

We are seeking a Senior HR Advisor to join a busy and supportive Human Resources team within a large and well-established public sector organisation.

This role offers the opportunity to work on a broad range of employee relations and HR matters, providing expert advice and guidance to managers while helping to drive best practice across the workforce.

This is a full time, temporary role, Monday-Friday, 9am-5:30pm based on site 2/3 days per week.

Key Responsibilities of the Senior HR Advisor

• Provide professional HR advice and support to managers and employees.
• Manage complex employee relations cases, including disciplinary, grievance, absence management, performance, and capability matters.
• Support organisational change projects, restructures, and workforce initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with employment legislation, policies, and procedures.
• Coach and guide managers on people management best practice.
• Contribute to HR projects and service improvement activities.
• Maintain accurate records and prepare management information when required.

To be considered for the Senior HR Advisor role

• Previous experience working as a Senior HR Advisor, HR Advisor, Employee Relations Advisor, or similar HR position in Local authority/public sector/housing background.
• Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice.
• Proven experience managing complex employee relations cases.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• CIPD qualification (or working towards) is desirable.
• Ability to work effectively within a fast-paced environment.

Key Information about the Senior HR Advisor role

• £22.38 per hour
• Weekly pay
• Hybrid working arrangements
• Opportunity to gain valuable public sector experience
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Umbrella payment option available