Advisor, Human Resources

Job Description

Contract Summary

Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities
- Work with guidance from the HR Manager to drive and develop the Human Resources agenda for the relevant business areas.
- Work in conjunction with the VP, HR to support on all change management processes from start to finish.
- Support the VP, HR on relevant documentation, liaising with HR Operations on providing accurate people data and analytics for informed decisions.
- Develop and maintain solid understanding of the business unit to provide advice and support on ER issues to managers.
- Meet regularly with Managers to provide proactive advisory support as required.
- Provide information and guidance to Managers on all stages of the performance management process.
- Advise Managers and staff on Company Policies and Procedures.
- Manage disciplinary and grievance cases including carrying out investigations, conduct hearings and preparation/issue of appropriate documentation.
- Work proactively with Managers and Employees to resolve informal grievance issues - escalating to formal process as appropriate. Conflict resolution where appropriate.
- Provide advice and guidance in response to informal enquiries on flexible working and in partnership with line managers, manage appropriately.
- Provide information and guidance to managers and employees in respect to all leave and absence issues. Monitor employee sick leave records (both long term and ad hoc sickness).
- Manage long-term absence cases. Liaising with Occupational Health and Health & Safety as appropriate.
- Deliver the induction process for new joiners as required.
- Carry out exit interviews, identifying any trends and provide feedback.
- Monitor and report on probation periods, reminding mangers to confirm details and informing the HR Manager prior to processing
- Work closely with the HR Operations team to ensure completion of payroll and other employee life-cycle events including leavers, contract changes etc.
- To work collaboratively with the Recruitment team and managers to ensure that resourcing plan are in place for any recruitment needs.
- You may also be required to carry out any other duties which are within the scope and purpose of the job.

Key Results Areas
- Meeting departmental deadlines
- Overseeing the issuing of employee documentation within agreed and reasonable timescales
- Meeting and maintaining departmental standards
- Ability to work with a variety of personalities and develop strong effective working relationships within the group and with other members of the HR team, in a confident and proactive manner
- Providing recommendations on how processes and workflows can be improved

Knowledge and Experience

Mandatory
- Previous HR Advisory experience in a fast-paced environment

Desirable
- Qualified to CIPD level, or equivalent
- Experience of working in media, entertainment, events & or sports company
- Experience of shortlisting CVs for hiring managers as required
- Sound knowledge and understanding of UK and EMEA legislation

Skills and Abilities

Mandatory
- Excellent communications skills, both written and verbal. Should be an articulate with ability to draft clear, fluent, grammatically accurate and concise written communications
- Should be competent using Microsoft Office Packages specifically Work, Powerpoint, Outlook and Excel to manipulate and present data
- Experience and familiarity with an HR HCM system

Desirable
- Familiarity with Workday would be advantageous, but on the job training will be provided

Aptitudes/Personal Profile

Mandatory
- Able to work with a variety of personalities and develop strong effective working relationships within the business group and with other members of the HR team, in a confident and proactive manner
- Excellent interpersonal skills - able to adapt style and approach to fit the situation
- Client focused and flexible in their approach -should be able to respond and adapt to change.
- Motivated, with an enthusiasm for and interest in how HR must support and contribute to the business
- Able to work to tight deadlines and in a fast-paced environment whilst maintaining appropriate service levels - prioritise workload and developing and maintaining systems
- Strong team player - able to recognise when help is required during busy period
- Meticulous attention to detail

Endeavor is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment.