HR Advisor

About the role

**HR Adviser – PO19 1RQ** **Location:** PO19 1RQ **Start Date:** ASAP **Contract Duration:** 12\+ Months **Working Hours:** 37 hours per week **Pay Rate:** £18\.84 per hour

**Who We Are:** We are a specialist recruitment provider supporting local authorities and public sector organisations across the UK. We focus on connecting talented professionals with meaningful roles that contribute to strong, effective, and inclusive workplaces.

**Who Our Client Is:** Our client is a professional organisation committed to delivering effective HR services that support managers, employees, and organisational objectives. They promote a culture of collaboration, confidentiality, and continuous improvement while ensuring compliance with employment legislation and best practice.

**What We Are Looking For:** We are seeking a proactive and professional HR Adviser to provide HR advice and support to managers and employees. The successful candidate will assist with employee relations, HR processes, policy implementation, and maintaining accurate employee records within a structured working environment.

**Key Responsibilities:** Provide professional HR advice and guidance to managers and employees Support the implementation and delivery of HR policies and procedures Advise on employee relations matters in line with current legislation and organisational policies Maintain accurate, confidential HR records and documentation Assist with recruitment processes and other HR activities as required Ensure sensitive employee information is handled with confidentiality and professionalism Work collaboratively with HR colleagues and stakeholders to deliver an effective HR service Support continuous improvement of HR processes and services

**Person Specification:**

**Must Have:**

**Qualifications \& Compliance:** Right to work in the UK Ability to provide evidence of eligibility to work in the UK Successful CV review and interview completion Three years of written references, with any employment gaps verified National Insurance number verification All legally required licences, qualifications, or registrations verified where applicable Willingness to complete all required pre\-employment checks and documentation

**Experience \& Knowledge:** Previous experience within a Human Resources advisory role or similar HR environment Knowledge of UK employment legislation and HR best practice Experience supporting managers and employees with HR\-related queries Ability to maintain confidentiality and manage sensitive employee information

**Skills:** Strong communication and interpersonal skills Excellent organisational and time management abilities Ability to prioritise workload and manage competing deadlines Strong attention to detail and accuracy when maintaining records Ability to work collaboratively as part of an HR team

**Nice to Have:** Experience working within a local authority or public sector environment Experience providing HR advisory support within a complex organisation Exposure to employee relations casework and HR procedures Understanding of HR systems and administrative processes

**Key Strengths for Success:** Professional and approachable HR support style Strong commitment to confidentiality and ethical HR practice Ability to build positive working relationships with managers and employees Organised, reliable, and detail\-focused approach Commitment to delivering a high\-quality HR service

**Additional Information:** This is a temporary opportunity with potential for extension. The role offers an opportunity to support a professional HR function and gain valuable experience within an organisational environment.

**Job Reference:** 5301863

Job Types: Full\-time, Fixed term contract

Pay: £18\.84 per hour

Application question(s):

* Please confirm your availability to start ASAP.

Experience:

* HR Advisor : 1 year (required) * employee relations: 1 year (required) * UK employment legislation: 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification:

* CPID Level 3 (required)

Work authorisation:

* United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person