Hays HR are currently recruiting for a temporary HR Advisor for a company based in Leeds City Centre (Hybrid working offered). If you are successful in the interim role you may have the opportunity to apply for a permanent opportunity. You will be responsible for advising and guiding managers and employees on a range of HR issues, including first line queries relating to absence, discipline, grievance, and performance management. You will work closely with managers to develop their capability and confidence when dealing with people issues. Establishing strong working relationships throughout the business to ensure robust and credible delivery of the HR function in line with the needs of the business.
Duties & responsibilities:
• Ensuring all ER cases are managed in an effective and timely manner and providing ER data to managers.
• Proactively seeking out feedback regarding the service and contributing to any changes to ways of working as a result.
• Running development and training workshops for managers and developing colleagues.
• Supporting the review and creation of draft policies and processes, advising line managers on practical application, and ensuring compliance with legislative change
• Utilising the HR system by accessing, adding, and changing information as necessary, to support the monitoring and identification of ER trends and themes across the business.
• Supporting the wider HR team in the delivery of key projects and initiatives, in line with the People Strategy.
Experienced required:
• Proven experience as a People Advisor or similar role advising on ER case work with employment law knowledge.
• A proven track record of building and maintaining relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
• Ability to work autonomously and escalate first level employee relations cases, as required.
• A strong team player with an excellent attitude, work ethic and professional character.
• CIPD qualified with a strong knowledge of employment legislation would be desirable.