Senior HR Advisor - 12-month FTC
- Location: Shawbury, with occasional travel to Oxford
- Job Type: Full-time, 12-month Fixed Term Contract
- Hours: 37.5 per week, 5 days a week on site
We are seeking a Senior HR Advisor for a 12-month fixed term contract. Based in Shawbury with required travel to Kidlington, Oxford, this role is crucial in providing high-level HR support across dual locations. You will play a key role in supporting HR Business Partners to harmonise practices and facilitate the successful integration of regional HR functions into a cohesive, high-performing team.
Day-to-Day of the Role:
- Review, update, and maintain organisational policies, ensuring compliance with UK employment law and best practices.
- Lead policy reviews, coordinate stakeholder input, and manage the approval and publication process.
- Provide first-line HR advice and guidance on day-to-day matters including policy application, absence management, conduct, and performance.
- Coordinate the full end-to-end recruitment process and ensure an engaging induction experience for all new starters.
- Maintain and update employee records within the HR Information System (Workday), ensuring data integrity and compliance with GDPR.
- Support strategic HR initiatives and business projects, contributing to the continuous improvement of HR systems and processes.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- CIPD Level 5 qualification (or working towards) preferred or equivalent experience.
- Strong working knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practices.
- Demonstrable experience in managing a range of employee relations cases.
- Highly proficient in using HR data systems (e.g., Workday) to maintain records and report on HR metrics.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build credibility and trust across all organisational levels.
- Must be willing to work in multiple locations and travel as required.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary package.
- Opportunity to work in a dynamic and supportive environment.
- Exposure to strategic HR initiatives and projects.
Additional Requirements:
- DBS check and eligibility for SC clearance required.
- Must meet any/all requirements of Export Compliance Regulations.
- Must possess the current, legal right to work in the United Kingdom.
To apply for this Senior HR Advisor position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.
