We are recruiting for a People Advisor to join us here at Octavius on a 6-month Fixed Term Contract. We are a leading civil engineering organisation delivering safe, sustainable, and efficient transport solutions across the UK. You'll be working on…. (what your role and responsibility is) As a People Advisor, you will deliver a professional service to effectively manage the administration associated with the ‘employee life cycle' and related people systems, processes, and activities. You will proactively work to improve the performance of our People systems, support our colleagues with any queries, and ensure all processes are GDPR compliant. Key responsibilities include absence management, onboarding and offboarding, and providing management information for process improvements. You'll work with… (because relationships are important) A highly motivated and dedicated team of People professionals, collaborating to support projects and initiatives across various frameworks. You'll work closely with Line Managers, internal stakeholders, and external providers, ensuring all aspects of the employee lifecycle are delivered to a high standard. You'll receive…. (because we value you) We offer a competitive rewards package, including a Company Car scheme, Private Healthcare, Pension, Life Assurance cover, 25 days Annual Leave (and a day off for your birthday). You'll also have access to Hybrid working where possible, an enhanced Paternity & Maternity package and the opportunity to develop yourself personally and professionally. About You…. (what You Are Skilled At) You'll bring your excellent organisational and communication skills, working efficiently under pressure and ensuring accuracy in all aspects of your role. You are self-motivated, resilient, and able to handle multiple priorities with ease. You'll Bring… (your Wealth Of Experience & Qualifications) 3 years of experience in an HR Advisor role, with strong knowledge of HR processes and systems. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook). Experience managing the employee lifecycle, including absence management, probation reviews, and maintaining employee records. Excellent attention to detail and the ability to work independently and as part of a team. Inclusion and diversity are important to us, we are an equal opportunities employer and value difference. We want and will continue to build an inclusive environment where our people thrive. We firmly believe constantly striving to build a truly diverse workforce is what makes us a strong business and will enable us to continue to solve important problems and deliver unrivalled value to both our customers and clients. If you need any specialist support throughout your application, we will work with you where we can to support your journey with us. Job Description People Advisor JD.pdf (245.41 KB)