HR Advisor (Temporary Ongoing)
Location: Bristol (4 days on-site, 1 day from home)
Salary: £35,800
Contract: Temporary Ongoing (whilst they recruit perm - could go temp to perm also)
Are you an experienced HR professional with a strong background in Employee Relations? We are seeking an HR Advisor to join a busy and supportive People team, providing expert HR guidance and coaching to managers across a diverse organisation.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys a fast-paced environment and thrives on building strong stakeholder relationships while ensuring best practice and legislative compliance.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide timely, accurate HR advice and guidance to managers and employees.
- Support and coach managers on a wide range of employee relations matters including:
- Sickness absence
- Investigations
- Disciplinary hearings
- Grievances
- Performance management and improvement plans
- Appeals
- Advise on colleague wellbeing matters, working closely with Occupational Health, Health & Safety and external support providers.
- Maintain accurate ER case records and produce management information and reporting.
- Identify and mitigate potential people-related risks in partnership with HR Business Partners.
- Assist in the review and continuous improvement of HR policies, processes and systems.
- Support organisational change projects and wider People initiatives.
- Deliver training, coaching sessions and briefings on HR policies and procedures.
- Provide guidance and support to HR Assistants on contractual and lower-level ER matters.
- Develop strong working relationships with stakeholders at all levels, including Trade Union representatives.
- Promote and maintain a safe, compliant and positive working environment.
About You
- Previous experience in an HR Advisor or equivalent generalist HR role.
- Strong Employee Relations experience with confidence managing complex casework.
- Sound knowledge of UK employment legislation and HR best practice.
- Experience coaching and influencing managers.
- Strong organisational and administrative skills with attention to detail.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.
- CIPD qualification or working towards CIPD would be advantageous.
What's On Offer
- Competitive salary of £35,800.
- Hybrid working pattern with 4 days on-site in Bristol.
- Opportunity to gain exposure to a broad range of HR activities and projects.
- Join a collaborative and experienced People team.
- Temporary ongoing assignment with an immediate start available.
If you're a proactive HR professional looking for your next opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.
