Specialist HR Advisor

2 weeks ago


Reading Berkshire, United Kingdom idibu Full time

In this role you will work alongside Thames Water senior management and TU representatives, providing the link between the business and its People Strategies and effective collaboration with our Trade Union Partnership.
Working flexibly and collaboratively you will lead specific TU-related projects and topics, working closely with HR ‘centres of expertise’ and the HR partnering team.
What you’ll be doing as the HR Consultant – Projects & Trade Union Specialist
Take the lead on assigned HR projects, collaborating with others within the People team and across the business.
Take the lead on behalf of the HR Partnering team on using management reporting and analysis to drive performance.
Administrative activities, specialist advice guidance and support to People managers to ensure the relationship between Thames Water and its TU partners is managed through transparent practices and relevant law.
Designing and delivering Trade Union-related IR training, interventions and strategies.
Led on IR areas, providing a bespoke consultancy service to managers and other HR departments.
Analysing and interpreting research data to inform IR strategy and approach.
Base Location: This is a hybrid role with a base location of Clearwater Court, Reading, RG1 8DB.
Working hours are Monday to Friday, 9 am-5 pm, 36 Hours per week.
You will have the personality, communication skills and self-assurance to build strong positive relationships between our trade union partners to create an industrial relations strategy which positively impacts the business, the way people work, and necessary changes.
Solid technical knowledge of HR and industrial relations procedures and legislation relevant to working with Trade union partners.
Expertise in IR policy and procedures including detailed and up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation.
Ability to effectively manage multi-strand business projects.
Able to manage the employment legal system and prepare for and manage cases using analysis and problem-solving techniques to resolve issues.
Ability to apply and risk-based approach to HR policy, procedures and IR solutions to meet business needs.
Driver’s licence and access to a vehicle for work for occasional travel.
Competitive salary between £50,000 to £60,000 per annum.
Annual Leave - 26 days holiday per year increasing to 30 with the length of service. (Plus bank holidays)
Contributory pension – Defined Contribution - Maximum of 12% -2x employee contribution.
Personal Medical Assessments – Open to all once a year.
Wider benefits scheme including our benefits hub, which is packed full of offers and information to save you money and support your wellbeing.
At Thames Water, our purpose is crystal clear - to deliver life’s essential service so our customers, communities and planet can thrive.
Water is life’s great leveller. But keeping water flowing is becoming harder. From scorching summers to wetter winters, extreme weather affects everything from our pipes to our local rivers. At Thames Water, we recognise that people are at the heart of our business. To help us succeed in providing life's essential service, we need a range of skills and capabilities, representative of society throughout our business. 
Our over-arching diversity and inclusion aim is to ensure Thames Water is a diverse and inclusive great place to work. We encourage applications from everyone and offer extra support for those who need it throughout the recruitment process.
Find out more about working at Thames Water.
Full training will be given for what is undoubtedly an incredibly rewarding experience. It’s also a great opportunity to learn more about our business, meet colleagues and earn some extra money along the way.


  • HR Advisor

    1 day ago


    Reading, Berkshire, United Kingdom Job Board Direct Full time

    Senior HR Advisor (Employment Law)Goring on Thames (near Reading)Permanent contractFull time, minimum 3 days in the office.Senior HR Advisor - About the RoleWe solve employment law problems. About 70% of our time is spent dealing with grievances and disciplinaries, and trying to find out all the details of what has happened from our clients. A bit like an...

  • HR Advisor

    3 days ago


    Berkshire, United Kingdom Eden Brown Synergy Full time

    **HR Advisor** I am working with a Public Sector Organisation based in Reading who are looking for a HR Advisor for 3 Months Initially. The role is full time, to start ASAP and paying £25 Umbrella per hour. The role is in scope of IR35. **Job Purpose** - The HR Advisor/Senior HR Advisor is part of a proactive and efficient HR professional team reporting...

  • HR Advisor

    4 weeks ago


    Reading, United Kingdom Advanced Resource Managers Limited Full time

    **HR Advisor - Reading (Hybrid) - 6 Month Contract - Inside IR35** Advanced Resource Managers are recruiting multiple HR Advisors to join their Defence client in Reading on an interim 6-month basis. **Responsibilities**: - Delivery of timely and accurate HR services within requirements, both across the business and to customers. - Maintain workload and...

  • Specialist HR Advisor

    2 weeks ago


    Reading, Berkshire, United Kingdom Pertemps Full time €50,000 - €60,000

    In this role you will work alongside Thames Water senior management and TU representatives, providing the link between the business and its People Strategies and effective collaboration with our Trade Union Partnership. Working flexibly and collaboratively you will lead specific TU-related projects and topics, working closely with HR ‘centres of...


  • Reading, Berkshire, United Kingdom idibu Full time €50,000 - €60,000

    In this role you will work alongside Thames Water senior management and TU representatives, providing the link between the business and its People Strategies and effective collaboration with our Trade Union Partnership. Working flexibly and collaboratively you will lead specific TU-related projects and topics, working closely with HR ‘centres of...

  • HR Advisor

    4 weeks ago


    Berkshire, United Kingdom Focus Resourcing Full time

    An exciting opportunity for an experienced HR Advisor to support the HR manager in ensuring a professional and efficient HR function. - **Location**:Pangbourne - fully office based - **Salary**:£29,000 (depending on experience) - **Working Hours**: Monday - Friday, 8:30AM - 5PM with flexibility - **Benefits**: Study support, **As the HR Advisor, you will...

  • HR Advisor

    4 weeks ago


    Reading, United Kingdom Howett Thorpe Full time

    £40,000 - £45,000 - Surrey, Berkshire, Camberley, Reading - Posted 7 hours ago Permanent HT15076 Salary : £40,000 - £45,000 Our client based in Camberley with offices also in Reading is seeking an experienced and CIPD qualified HR Advisor to join their busy and growing office. As an HR generalist you will be responsible for varied duties across the...


  • Reading, United Kingdom Willow HR Full time

    The HR Advisor is responsible for providing comprehensive HR support to the organisation, ensuring that HR policies and procedures are followed, and contributing to the overall achievement of business objectives. This role involves advising managers and employees on HR-related matters, handling employee relations issues, and participating in HR projects. -...

  • HR Advisor

    1 month ago


    Reading, United Kingdom Frazer Jones Full time

    We have a fantastic opportunity for a HR Advisor to join a busy law firm in Berkshire who have a culture which truly values all of their people. Not only have they won several industry awards but they have also been recognised professionally as Investorsin People. Due to a maternity leave, you will be working with the Head of People and an another HR...

  • Senior HR Advisor

    4 days ago


    Reading, Berkshire, United Kingdom Avantor Full time

    HR Advisor (M/F/D) - 6 months contract page is loaded HR Advisor (M/F/D) - 6 months contract Apply locations Reading, GBR time type Full time posted on Posted 4 Days Ago job requisition id R-156806 The Opportunity: Avantor is looking for a pragmatic HR Advisor to join us on a 6-month contract basis due to an internal promotion. The successful ...

  • HR Advisor

    2 weeks ago


    Reading, United Kingdom Charity Link Full time

    Charity Link is a fundraising agency with nearly thirty years of experience specialising in providing face to face, professional fundraisers to the charity sector. The agency is trusted by some of the UK's best-loved charities, including Macmillan Cancer Support, Guide Dogs UK, Dogs Trust, PDSA, and Breast Cancer Now. As an HR Advisor at Charity Link, you...

  • HR Advisor

    6 days ago


    Reading, United Kingdom Reed Human Resources Full time

    **Interim HR Advisor - Ongoing** **Pay**:£15-25 per hour PAYE **Location**:Home based with occasional travel to Reading offices Reed HR are seeking an Interim HR Advisor to service to 30+ schools in the Reading Borough, on behalf of Reading Borough Council. The HR Advisor will work closely with Headteachers, Senior Leaders, Governors and other key...

  • HR Advisor

    5 days ago


    Windsor, Berkshire, United Kingdom Huntress - Bracknell Full time

    How would you like to further your journey in HR? We are on the lookout for an HR Advisor who has had previous experience at a similar level. As an HR Advisor you will join a team of five generalists supporting approximately 650 employees. You will engage in employee relations, recruitment, reward, and learning and development activities, serving as a...

  • HR Advisor

    1 month ago


    Reading, United Kingdom RSM UK Full time

    **About the role** Working as a key member of the people team, you will provide a commercial people service to our audit service line supporting the central region (Birmingham, Bristol, Milton Keynes, Nottingham, Leicester and Bury) as well as the national technical auditand national data analytics teams across the UK. You will manage the service delivery...

  • HR Advisor

    5 days ago


    Reading, United Kingdom Thames Water Utilites Full time

    We are seeking to recruit an HR Advisor to join us on a **Fixed Term Contract** until December 31st. The **HR Advisor **will play a critical role in the People Advice Service team that is responsible for providing a front-line People policy and process advice service to all Thames Water employees and managers. This role requires someone confident; customer...

  • HR Advisor

    1 month ago


    Reading, United Kingdom Nitrexo Full time

    **Who are we?** We hire those that seek to innovate across people, process and technology. Join our global workforce, visualise the future and strive for success. Our engineering campus and corporate offices in the UK and US are optimal environments for ideas and innovation to flourish. **Requirements**: Working with a range of stakeholders the HR Advisor...

  • Senior HR Advisor

    1 month ago


    Reading, United Kingdom Job Board Direct Full time

    Senior HR Advisor (Employment Law)Goring on Thames (near Reading)Permanent contractFull time, minimum 3 days in the office.Senior HR Advisor - About the RoleWe solve employment law problems. About 70% of our time is spent dealing with grievances and disciplinaries, and trying to find out all the details of what has happened from our clients. A bit like an...

  • Senior HR Advisor

    3 days ago


    Reading, United Kingdom Job Board Direct Full time

    Senior HR Advisor (Employment Law)Goring on Thames (near Reading)Permanent contractFull time, minimum 3 days in the office.Senior HR Advisor - About the RoleWe solve employment law problems. About 70% of our time is spent dealing with grievances and disciplinaries, and trying to find out all the details of what has happened from our clients. A bit like an...

  • Regional HR Advisor

    7 days ago


    Reading, Berkshire, United Kingdom The Portfolio Group Full time

    Calling all HR professionals and employment enthusiasts! Join an award-winning, dynamic consultancy at the forefront of HR, Employment Law, and Health & Safety. Brace yourself for an exhilarating journey as we dive headfirst into an array of innovative projects! If you thrive on adrenaline-pumping challenges and want to be part of a vibrant, expanding team,...

  • HR Advisor

    1 month ago


    Reading, United Kingdom Project People Full time

    **HR Advisor** **Contract - day rate** **Reading** MBNL is jointly owned by EE and Three, two of the UK's leading and most innovative mobile operators. Since established in 2007 as the industry's first network-sharing joint venture, MBNL has been providing best-in-class mobile infrastructure services to EE and MBNL is jointly owned by EE and Three, two of...