HR Advisor

On behalf of the CPS, we are looking for a HR Advisor (Inside IR35) for a 4 month hybrid contract based in London, Birmingham, York or Wakefield.

The CPS prosecutes criminal cases that have been investigated by the police and other investigative organisations in England and Wales. The CPS is independent, and they make their decisions independently of the police and government.

Their duty is to make sure that the right person is prosecuted for the right offence, and to bring offenders to justice wherever possible.

The CPS are passionate about ensuring that they are a top-performing organisation and a great place to work. They are committed to being an equal opportunities employer and creating a culture where everyone can bring their whole self to work, and individuality is truly appreciated. Find Your Purpose - Join the CPS and have a future that matters.

As a HR Advisor, your main responsibilities will be:

Advise managers on HR issues, including performance, attendance, conduct, health, and well-being.

• Manage complex HR cases, prepare documentation for meetings and tribunals, and liaise with the HR Directorate on casework.
• Lead and coordinate recruitment campaigns, including business cases and selection panels.
• Deliver training and guidance on HR policies, tools, and organizational change; identify learning needs and design solutions.
• Mentor colleagues and share best practices across HR and the wider business.
• Build strong relationships with managers, employees, and Trade Union representatives.
• Provide accurate HR advice to the Area Strategic Board during change initiatives.
• Analyse HR data to identify trends, recommend actions, and escalate issues as needed.
• Ensure compliance with HR policies through audits and reviews; promote good practice.
• Deliver a customer-focused HR service across all functions.

Essential:

• Associate CIPD Level 5
• Policy Expertise - Ability to interpret and apply HR and organizational policies effectively.
• Grievance Handling - Skilled in managing employee grievances with fairness and compliance.
• Stakeholder Management - Strong capability to build and maintain productive relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Clear Communication - Communicates complex information in a clear, concise, and professional manner.
• Decision-Making - Demonstrates sound judgment and timely decision-making in challenging situations.
• Complex Case Management - Experienced in handling sensitive and complex HR casework.
• Data & Information Accuracy - Proficient in uploading accurate information into systems and forms.
• Documentation & Compliance - Highly organized with strong attention to detail in preparing paperwork for formal processes and tribunals.
• People Skills - Builds trust, engages effectively, and supports colleagues across all levels.

Desirable:

• Knowledge of Civil Service frameworks and commitment to maintaining integrity and compliance is highly desirable
• Experience of using oracle

Please be aware that this role can only be worked within the UK and not Overseas.

Disability Confident

As a member of the Disability Confident Scheme, the CPS guarantees to interview all candidates who have a disability and who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of candidates who have a disability who meet all the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group. This scheme encourages candidates with a disability and/or neurodivergence to apply. In exceptional circumstances, we may also need to apply the desirable criteria in our shortlisting process which may include holding active security clearance.

Armed Forces Covenant

The CPS guarantees to interview veterans or spouses / partners of military personnel who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of ex-military candidates / military spouses or partners, who meet all of the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group. In exceptional circumstances, we may also need to apply the desirable criteria in our shortlisting process which may include holding active security clearance.

In applying for this role, you acknowledge the following "this role falls in scope of the Off Payroll Working in the Public Sector legislation. Any rates of payment quoted will reflect the gross rate per day for the assignment and will be subject to appropriate taxes and statutory costs. As such the payment to the intermediary and your income resulting from this contract will be different".