HR Advisor - 12 Month FTC Maternity Cover Permanent, Full Time 40 hours per week, Monday-FridaySittingbourne/Bexley - Between both sites£35k Per Annum About the job: To assist with the day-to-day operation of the HR function ensuring employment and compliance records are accurate. To support the Head of HR to develop and maintain a highly effective HR function supporting the business in fulfilling its people management and employment legislation obligations. Main duties & Responsibilities: Provide guidance and support with Employee Relations cases and associated meetings (including absence management, performance management, discipline and grievance) Advise line managers on all HR matters proving advice, support and direction on the full range of HR activities (employee relations, performance management, policies and procedures) as required. Supporting the HR Manager with all employee relations matters including disciplinary, grievance, capability, TUPE including attending hearings as note taker and advisor. Manage the recruitment lifecycle including advertising vacancies, arranging interviews, sending regret letters, complete and document all new starter pre-employment checks, and preparing new starter administration. Managing and Tracking Employee Checks including DBS and Right to Work checks ensuring full compliance with legal and contractual obligations Managing and tracking the probationary period process. Maintaining employee files and records both on the HRIS (Cascade) and paper HR filing system. Support Managers with the management of sickness and absence including cases that require referral to Occupational Health or use of a capability process. Assist with the maintenance and revision of Company Policies to reflect legislative changes. Contribute towards the continuous improvement of procedures and processes within the HR department. Facilitate Occupational Health visits by managing the schedule and recording reports appropriately. Provide monthly information for payroll to include new starter/leaver information, employment changes and any matter affecting individuals pay. Skills & Experience: Knowledge of relevant HR Policies and Procedures Knowledge of best practice on recruitment and selection Excellent verbal communication skills to deal with a diverse workforce Ability to produce succinct, relevant correspondence and reports CIPD Level 5 Ability to demonstrate experience in a similar HR role within a manual work environment Experience of providing advice and support to senior managers on all areas of Human Resources. Experience of dealing with sensitive and confidential matters and information Experience of using HRIS Braundton Consulting is a recruitment agency, working on behalf of a client.