HR Advisor

Working on behalf of a Local Authority, Aatom Recruitment has an opportunity for HR Advisor on a 3 month contract with a possibility of an extension.

This position will be a total of 37 hours per week, with hours from 09:00am – 17:00pm.

Job Purpose:

The HR Advisors will be at the heart of the 21^st Century transformation programme, supporting by working with Line Managers to support At Risk 1:1 meeting’s with individuals during formal consultation. Following this the HR Advisers will be part of a panel undertaking Competency Based Interviews (CBI’s) to identify staff with the required skills, knowledge and behaviour’s to deliver against the councils new ways of working. You will therefore be someone who is able to work collaboratively with internal stakeholders and staff throughout the transition stages of restructures.

Job Specific Accountabilities:

1) Advise and support managers on the people management aspects of service delivery, in a timely manner so that underperformance is addressed positively and staff managed consistently by:

• Providing specialist HR expertise and advice to team and line managers.
• Reviewing current working practices (employee relations) and processes in order to identify areas of concern.
• Supporting managers in their management of staff with practical solutions, ensuring they understand the options available to them to engage with and manage staff.
• Monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness of policies and processes within the services ensuring modifications are made as necessary.
• Undertaking Job Evaluations as and when required.

2) Supporting the shaping of the provision of HR service around what our customers want and need and in accordance with agreed SLA’s. Providing advice on relevant HR Policies and legislation to services in and recommending options with risks clearly identified by:

• Providing specialist HR expertise on all people issues.
• The implementation of HR policy through communication and consultation.
• Advising managers on interpretation of employment law in relation to HR Policy.

3) As part of the Advice, Guidance & Support team to improve the customer experience:

• Write & update HR Policies, Guidance & Procedures as and when required.
• Be subject matter expert for a range of specialist HR areas; e.g. Immigration, Pensions, etc.
• Participate in cross HR projects and their implementation.

Knowledge, Qualifications and Experience:

• HR expertise and advice
• Experience in identifying practical solutions, ensuring they understand the options available to them
• Experience working with a range of people issues associated with restructures and redundancies
• Knowledge in the implementation of HR policies
• Experience working with HR Business Partners
• Experience in supporting robust Competency Based Interview recruitment and selection processes
• Experience in undertaking appeal hearings

To get more information about this role and how to apply please contact Simon.