More than you expected Grant Thornton UK LLP is part of a global network of independent audit, tax and advisory firms, made up of some 73,000 people in over 150 countries. We're a team of independent thinkers who put quality, inclusion and integrity first. All around the world we bring a different experience to our clients. A better experience. One that delivers the expertise they need in a way that goes beyond. Personal, proactive, and agile. That's Grant Thornton. Job Description: Senior HR Advisor – 12 month FTC Flexible on location outside of London Hybrid/flexible working available NEW GROUND WON’T BREAK ITSELF Every day our teams help people in businesses and communities to do what is right and achieve their goals. People Advisory is an internal facing consultancy team whose purpose is to deliver a people experience which is aligned to the people strategy, the firm’s purpose and its strategic goals. The team’s aim is to create an environment which enables our people to thrive and do their best work, take shared responsibility and deliver exceptional client service. We’re happy to talk flexible working and consider reduced hours and job shares, we’ll support you to balance your work and life. A look into the role As a Senior HR Adviser within our Advisory service line HR team, you can expect to be involved in the following: Supporting the People Advisory Manager, you‘ll be responsible for ensuring the team deliver against our people strategy and the annual people cycle. You will also guide and coach people managers to best support their teams, including health and wellbeing, talent management, retention, performance enablement, absence management, investigations, and disciplinary cases. At Grant Thornton we do what’s right ahead of what’s easy. The work that you will do has a major impact on our people, clients and our firm. We pride ourselves on the high-level standards we have for the work that we do. You’ll work closely with the wider Advisory People Advisory teams; coaching and developing the People Advisers to help them to reach their potential and providing support and guidance on all people matters. Given the importance of this role, there will be exciting opportunities for the right person to expand their knowledge and develop their skillset. Knowing you’re right for us Joining us as a Senior People Adviser the minimum criteria you’ll need is: Examples of how you have supported people managers with initiatives that have made a positive impact on their team Experience of supporting the business with complex employee relations activity. Experience of leading on, or supporting with, people processes such as salary and bonus review, performance moderation and talent management. Strong stakeholder management and project management skills It would be great if you had some of the following skills, but don’t worry if you don’t tick every box, we’ll help you develop along the way. You’ll ideally be CIPD qualified You’ll have previous work experience in a professional services environment You’ll have experience of collaborating in a service line structure and centres of excellence teams. You’ll be confident in using Microsoft packages as well as manipulating and presenting data You’ll have delivered Inclusion and Diversity interventions, to raise awareness, encourage open and honest conversations and allow people to be themselves at work You’ll be passionate about creating the best possible people experience You’ll have experience of managing or coaching others Knowing we’re right for you Embracing uniqueness, the culture at Grant Thornton thrives on the contributions of all our people, we never settle for what is easy, we look beyond to deliver the right thing, for everyone. Building an inclusive culture, where we value difference and respect our colleagues helps our people to perform at the best of their ability and realise their potential. Our open and accessible culture means you’ll interact with leaders who are interested in you and everything you bring to our firm. The things that set you apart, we value them. That’s why we give you the freedom to bring your whole self to work and pursue your passions inside and outside of work. Beyond the job Life is more than work. The things you do, and the people you’re with outside of work matter, that’s why we’re happy to look at flexible working options for all our roles, and we’ll always do our best to keep your work and life in balance. The impact you can make here will go far beyond your day job. From secondments, to fundraising for local charities, or investing in entrepreneurs in the developing world, you’ll be giving back to society. It’s that drive to do the right thing that runs through our every move, grounded in our firm’s values – purposefully driven, actively curious and candid but kind. We’re looking for people who want to contribute, spark fresh ideas and go beyond expectations. People who want to be able to proudly do what’s right, for the firm, our clients, our people and themselves. It’s how it should be.