Human Resources Advisor in Leeds

Hays HR are currently supporting a client with the recruitment of a part time HR Advisor on a permanent basis. This role will support the achievement of business and people objectives by assisting all staff with professional, commercial and pragmatic HR advice and support.

Key areas of responsibility:

• the primary source of line manager advice and guidance on HR related policies and practices
• coaching to line managers to encourage effective communication & objective problem resolution
• with line managers to manage employee relations casework including dispute resolutions, disciplinaries, grievances, absence, retirement and redundancy, drives resolution in line with legislation and internal policies
• HR Business Partners updated with case work activity within their practice groups / offices, highlighting risks and issues
• identifies themes / trends arising from the HR inbox, casework and operational activities, completes root cause analysis and develops solutions
• HR Business Partners in the delivery of people projects and HR calendar activities
• monitors and reviews HR policies and processes and proposes changes where necessary
• the HR Business Partners and Senior Advisors with HR administration, including but not limited to completion of process initiation forms, letter creation, supporting with ad hoc report generation and preparation
• inbox for the UK, responding to routine queries and triaging enquiries to the appropriate or relevant team

Skills and experience:

• Basic level of understanding and experience in Human Resources Management across all core areas of HR - recruitment, reward, performance management, learning & development, talent management
• Good working knowledge of UK employment law, procedures and processes and proven experience in managing cases through to conclusion, balancing the needs of the business and the individual
• Good stakeholder management, influencing and communication skills
• Excellent organisational skills including attention to detail and multi-tasking
• Pro-active with the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment, taking ownership of tasks with a solution focused approach
• High proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint
• Professional qualification (CIPD or equivalent) is desirable