HR Advisory

**Purpose**

Under the guidance of the Human Resources Advisory Manager provide a high quality customer focussed HR service, including providing advice and support to managers and employees in line with organisational policies, procedures and legal requirements and supporting the general operation of the HR function. To provide support to the Human Resources Advisory Manager in the development of a strategic HR service that aligns itself with the goals and aims of the Council.

**Roles and Responsibilities**
- To assist the Human Resources Advisory Manager and Senior HR Advisor in providing a comprehensive HR service and contribute towards the effective and efficient performance of the general HR function and provide advice and support to departmental managers and employees.
- To provide advice and guidance to managers and employees on a wide range of employee relations matters To provide advice and guidance and assist in representing HR as required at Disciplinary and Grievance Hearings and Disciplinary and Grievance Investigations providing the required advice to Managers.
- To contribute and where appropriate research and develop HR policies, and to provide advice, support and training to departmental management on the implementation of policies.
- To research, design and deliver development programmes/and or workshops to meet identified needs, ensuring evaluation of programmes.
- To assist in the delivery of bespoke training programmes and/or workshops to a diverse audience.
- To provide advice and guidance; highlighting concerns relating to the composition and content of job descriptions and person specifications.
- To carry out the evaluation of NJC posts using the computerised Job Evaluation scheme and ensure that the results or progress of evaluations are communicated back to the relevant Human Resources Advisor or manager in writing; and actively pursue “sign off”.
- To liaise with HR Transactional Team on any HR processes and attend interviews or assessment centres as required.
- To provide advice and guidance on terms and conditions of service, employment law, codes of practice and any other documentation that contributes and affects the services provided by the HR Section.
- To support change management initiatives in accordance with policies and procedures.
- To keep up to date with employment legislation and best practice in order to implement the Councils key priorities.
- To ensure that the Councils data security policy and data protection is maintained.
- To assist in compiling reports / briefing notes on issues for appropriate Committees / Appeals / Panels / any other relevant Meetings.
- To undertake research on any issues as directed by the Human Resources Advisory Manager and Senior HR Advisor.
- To undertake such duties as may be commensurate with the seniority of the post
- To ensure that the Council’s corporate Health & Safety policy is followed and training is undertaken in all pertinent health and safety procedures
- To partake in the Council’s and Directorate’s staff training and development policies as well as the Council’s system of performance appraisal
- To treat all information gathered for the Council and Directorate, either electronically or manually, in a confidential manner
- All employees are required to demonstrate a commitment when carrying out their duties which promotes and values diversity and the equality of opportunity in relation to employees and service users which is in line with the Council’s Equality & Diversity Policy.
- To ensure the highest standards of customer care are met at all times
- To ensure the principles of Value for Money in service delivery is fundamental in all aspects of involvement with internal and external customers
- To ensure that the highest standards of data quality are achieved and maintained for the collection, management and use of data.
- To positively promote the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and ensure that it is recognised that Safeguarding is everyone's responsibility; and to engage in appropriate training and development opportunities which enhance an individual’s knowledge and skill in responding to children, young people and vulnerable adults who may be in need of safeguarding.

**Mandatory Compliance Requirements**
- CV
- Eligibility to work in the UK.
- The last 2 years written references with all gaps verified.
- HR Qualification
- Substantial HR experience at operational level.
- Substantial experience of negotiation and consultation with Trade Unions.
- A team with over 20 years Administration Public Sector/Trades/Built Environment/Construction Recruitment experience
- Access to a wide selection of vacancies across the UK
- The choice of PAYE or Limited company schemes
- Weekly payroll service
- Excellent rates of pay

**Job Type**: Part-time

**Salary**: £18.50-£19.00 per hour

Expected hours: 18.5 per week

Work Location: In person