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ABOUT RABI
We are RABI – the farmers charity.
We support farming people across England and Wales with expert, one-to-one practical, financial and emotional help, 365 days a
year. From confidential advice and mental health support to direct financial assistance, our tailored services respond to the
unique challenges of farming life.
At the heart of our mission is a commitment to strengthening resilience; helping farming people feel valued, supported and better
equipped to navigate uncertainty and change. We’re working to close the farming wellbeing gap and build a future where farming
people can thrive. Over the past 25 years alone, we’ve delivered around £¼ billion in direct financial support to the farming
community. Today, our wrap-around support services are evolving to reach more people before crisis hits.
Together, we’re on a journey to help shape a future our farmers deserve.
Key purpose:
As an HR Advisor, you will play a key role in supporting the HR function and ensuring the delivery of high-quality HR services
across the charity. You will provide HR advice and support to employees and managers, manage a variety of HR processes, and help
drive initiatives that enhance our people management practices.
Key responsibilities:
* Provide guidance and advice to line managers and employees on a range of HR issues, including employee relations, performance
management, absence management, and policy interpretation.
* Support with employee relations casework, including disciplinaries, grievances, and absence management in line with company
policies and employment law.
* Assist with the recruitment process, including job advertisements, interview coordination, and conducting reference checks.
* Support new starters with their onboarding process.
* Ensure HR policies and procedures are adhered to and help update them in line with current legislation and best practices.
* Actively promote employee wellbeing initiatives and ensure employees are aware of available support resources.
* Maintain accurate employee records, manage HR databases, and assist with HR reporting, when required.
* Support with various HR projects, such as implementing HR software or employee engagement initiatives.
Person Specification:
This role would suit an experienced HR Administrator or HR Assistant looking to take the next step and develop their HR advisory
skills.
Essential
* Proven experience as an HR Administrator or HR Assistant, with an understanding of HR processes and employment law.
* CIPD Level 3 or equivalent (or working towards).
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to build strong relationships with employees and managers.
* Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritise workloads, and meet deadlines.
* Ability to handle sensitive issues with discretion and professionalism, while providing practical solutions.
* Strong attention to detail, particularly in managing HR records and casework.
* Competent in using HR software (preferably) and Microsoft Office Suite.
Desirable
* Experience of working in the charity sector.
* Experience of delivering projects as part of a HR team.
This role profile is not exhaustive and is subject to review in conjunction with the post holder according to future developments
at RABI.
Early applications are encouraged for this position as shortlisting and interviews will take place on a rolling basis. We reserve
the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a suitable application prior to the deadline.
Benefits
* Competitive salary.
* Enrolment to Nest on commencement of employment and then opportunity to join RABI’s group pension scheme with Standard Life
where RABI make contributions equivalent to 10% of your basic salary, provided you make a personal contribution of 5%.
* Life assurance from day one.
* Access to our Employee Assistance Programme.
RABI is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and aims to ensure that all employment practices secure equality of opportunity
and that no prospective or current employee receives less than favourable treatment at RABI because of their sex, sexual
orientation, age, race, religion, belief, ethnic origin, disability, marital, or for any other reason which cannot be shown to be
justifiable. Our recruitment process strives to ensure that individuals are selected only based on their relevant skills,
experience, qualifications, and abilities.