HR Advisor

**Job Advert**: HR Advisor

**Location**: Schroders Business Campus, Near Horsham, West Sussex

**Are you a skilled HR professional ready to make a real impact in a dynamic environment?**

**Do you have a passion for creating effective employee engagement strategies?**

**Are you looking to collaborate with leaders in a thriving organisation focused on growth and development?**

We are seeking a talented HR Advisor to join our dynamic team at Benchmark Capital. In this role, you will collaborate closely with the HR Business Partner to deliver exceptional HR services across the organisation. You will provide guidance on effective strategies for attracting, retaining, and engaging employees throughout their employment journey. With a comprehensive generalist focus, you will be involved in all operational areas and support the execution of strategic initiatives that contribute to the business's growth.

**About Benchmark**

Benchmark Capital is an award-winning provider of innovative solutions that support financial advisers throughout their journey—from starting and running their businesses more effectively to accelerating growth and realising value. We help high-quality financial advisers with cutting-edge technology and support services.

As a responsible organisation, we prioritise good client outcomes and operate under the Treating Customers Fairly principles. Our commitment to our clients includes supporting those who may be more vulnerable, ensuring their needs and aspirations are met with care and professionalism.

**The Location**

You will be based at our Schroders Business Campus, which boasts high standards and an international reputation, all while offering a serene countryside setting. Our campus provides a fantastic working environment, complete with an on-site restaurant, coffee shop, and gym. Commuting is made easy with our dedicated shuttle bus service to and from Horsham's mainline train station.

**Key Responsibilities**
- Ensure HR policies and procedures are up-to-date, empowering managers with the necessary tools for effective implementation and fair treatment of employees.
- Collaborate with the HR team to enhance HR processes.
- Monitor employee absence and manage triggers appropriately, escalating issues when necessary.
- Efficiently address HR matters, including probations, contract changes, and terminations.
- Provide guidance on employee relations, including disciplinary actions, performance management, and grievance procedures.
- Work closely with the team to ensure effective resource allocation for vacancies and support timely recruitment solutions.
- Contribute to employee wellbeing initiatives and wellness programmes.
- Assist in talent management and succession planning efforts.
- Support TUPE-related activities to ensure smooth staff transitions, including pre-transfer planning and training.
- Participate in regulatory compliance, including adherence to the SM&CR regime.
- Engage in employee-focused projects and drive organisational change using change management frameworks.
- Align HR strategies with overall business goals.

**Knowledge, Experience, and Qualifications**
- CIPD Level 5 qualification.
- Strong understanding of current UK employment law.
- Solid understanding of employee relations processes and procedures.
- Awareness of diversity and inclusion in HR settings.
- Experience in Financial Services is desirable.
- Excellent communication skills.
- A positive, can-do attitude.

**Personal Attributes**
- Promoter of the Treating Customers Fairly principles, with a strong sense of duty of care to our clients.
- Proactive in building strong relationships within the business.
- Confidential, with a high degree of tact and diplomacy.
- Strong team player who thrives in a fast-paced environment.
- Motivated and able to meet project deadlines.

**We Recognise Potential, Whoever You Are**

Our purpose is to provide excellent investment performance to clients through active management. Diversity of thought facilitated by an inclusive culture will allow us to make better decisions and better achieve our purpose. This is why inclusion and diversity are a strategic priority for us and why we are an equal opportunities employer: you are welcome here regardless of your age, disability, gender identity, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, socio-economic background, or any other protected characteristics.