HR Specialist

3 weeks ago


Bath, Bath and North East Somerset, United Kingdom CRA GROUP LIMITED Full time

Contract Type: 56 months with Local Authorities

Position Overview:

The HR Specialist will possess substantial experience in handling HR Casework and must be prepared to manage a diverse caseload that may encompass issues such as absenteeism, grievances, and disciplinary actions. The role requires providing guidance on organizational policies and adhering to statutory regulations. The Specialist will offer advisory support to management and will also engage with employees and trade unions.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Deliver expert advice and support to managers, headteachers, and governors across the organization on a broad spectrum of employment-related matters.

2. Facilitate the progression of casework, including recruitment, performance management, investigations, disciplinary actions, grievances, and the interpretation of employment terms and conditions.

3. Collaborate closely with management to address significant business and personnel challenges by proposing and evaluating innovative solutions that align with business needs while complying with policies and legal requirements.

4. Assist and guide service managers in navigating investigations and disciplinary matters to safeguard the interests of the organization and ensure fairness and due process.

5. Support Senior HR Advisors and other management in conducting employee relations consultations and collective bargaining with employees and trade union representatives.

6. Challenge existing practices and influence local service managers on people management issues while recognizing the importance of corporate policies and the organization’s operational model.

7. Engage in HR and Organizational Development policy and project work as needed, ensuring that policies are updated in accordance with legislative changes and best practices.

8. Contribute to service-led projects and business initiatives from a human resources perspective, potentially leading employment-related workstreams.

9. Support and guide managers in effectively deploying personnel, promoting best practices in people management, and assisting managers in their broader managerial responsibilities.

10. Address discriminatory practices and behaviors, taking appropriate measures to ensure compliance with the organization’s equality and diversity standards.

11. Actively promote and create succession opportunities and talent development at the local service level, including providing coaching and mentoring support.

12. Uphold and advocate for the organization’s equality, diversity, and inclusion policies, as well as health, safety, and well-being for oneself and others, in all actions undertaken. This includes challenging discrimination and promoting equal opportunities for all.

Essential Experience Required:

- Extensive experience in an Employee Relations operational HR role within a large organization with a diverse workforce.

- Proven track record in managing and advising on complex cases, including but not limited to absenteeism, disciplinary matters, grievances, and equality issues, with experience supporting hearings and appeals as necessary.

- In-depth knowledge of relevant legislation and recognized best practices in HR.

- Ability to communicate effectively on complex issues at all levels in a clear and concise manner, both verbally and in writing. Relevant degree or professional qualification or equivalent experience.

- Self-motivated, independent, and capable of working autonomously as well as part of a team.

Additional Information:

This position offers a hybrid working arrangement.



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