HR Advisor

3 weeks ago


Canterbury, United Kingdom Porchlight Full time

We are looking for a positive, motivated, and enthusiastic individual to join our HR team.  You will provide support and guidance to Porchlight’s workforce in all aspects of human resources to ensure that Porchlight’s workforce continues to make a difference to people’s lives. This will involve coaching and advising line managers and employees on a range of employment practices, policies and terms and conditions.  These will include recruiting and selecting staff, managing employee relations cases including grievances and disciplinary procedures, overseeing staff learning and development, and managing our HR software.  You will also work with the team to develop new ways that make Porchlight a positive place to work and get involved in specific projects as they arise.

If you want to bring your skills and enthusiasm into an organisation that’s passionate about changing lives, then this is the job for you.

This role requires:

  • CIPD qualification or experience working within a HR team providing advice, support, and guidance.
  • A well-developed understanding of HR practices and working knowledge of employment legislation and case law.
  • Excellent communication and people skills
  • Experience of working in a multifaceted role and managing conflicting priorities
  • Excellent organisational skills and an eye for detail

Porchlight is an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

Contract: Fixed term for 12 months

Hours: 37.5 per week. Hybrid working available.

Interview date: Thursday 21st November


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