HR Advisor

Job Introduction
**What We Are Offering**:

- Salary upwards of £29,000, depending on experience.
- 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
- Opportunity to work 1 to 2 days from home.
- Flexible working considered.
- Eligible for our flexible benefits scheme.
- Please see attached benefits guide for a full list of what we have to offer

What the Job Looks Like:
Do you have knowledge and practical experience in recruitment processes and employee relations? Are you familiar with creating professional and friendly relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders? If so, we have a fantastic opportunity for a dynamic and enthusiastic individual to become a vital part of our established team at **HMP Northumberland **as an** HR Advisor**.

As an **HR Advisor**, you will play a crucial role in providing advisory support to our managers on recruitment, absence, and employee relations matters. you will be the initial point of contact for our managers, assisting them with a wide range of recruitment and employee relations (ER) issues. Your responsibilities will include case management of ER issues such as suspensions, investigations, disciplinary actions, grievances, and absences. You will ensure that all guidance provided to line managers is not only practical but also compliant with both Sodexo policy and relevant employment legislation. You would also be responsible for overseeing the end-to-end vetting process with our new employees through out external vetting provider.

Additionally, you will collaborate closely with our resourcing team to facilitate the recruitment process. This will involve coordinating recruitment activities, reviewing job advertisements, and ensuring interviews progress in a timely manner. You will work together with the resourcing team to enhance our brand in the local job market and even attend local job fairs, alongside the HR Business Partner where required, to tap into a broader pool of external talent.
- Please see the attached job description for a more detailed list of the main responsibilities._

This role is a great opportunity for someone looking for the next step in their HR career or wanting to continue developing their skills and competencies in a new environment.
- Knowledge and experience in recruitment processes and employee relations.
- Sound written and verbal communication skills.
- Demonstration of excellent organisational skills, even under pressure.
- Ability to meet deadlines in a target-driven environment.
- Thrives both independently and collaboratively within a team.
- Meticulous attention to detail.
- It would be advantageous if you are CIPD qualified and have experience with SAP.

Why Join Us?

**At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better every day for everyone to build a better life for all.**

Sodexo’s vision for **HMP Northumberland** is to develop a safe, stable, and progressive environment with modern facilities dedicated to reducing re-offending and enabling individuals to fulfil their potential. Every aspect of the prison is designed to help prisoners make meaningful progress in their sentence and personal development goals within a surrounding culture of rehabilitation.

**An opportunity too good to miss**

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater. You’ll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions. And for that you’ll receive an excellent benefits package including access to gym facilities on site and a Blue Light card.