HR Advisor – Hybrid Working

Our client based in Quedgeley, Gloucester is a dynamic and progressive online retailer. This client has enjoyed consistent levels of profitable growth since starting 17 years ago. They have now become the UK’s number one online retailer within their field. They have significant plans to accelerate growth over the coming years, it’s a great time to join! 

They are looking for an experienced, proactive and confident HR Advisor to join the team on a 6-month FTC.

This is a varied, hands-on role where you'll provide practical HR advice and support across UK operations. Working closely with the HR Administrator and reporting into the HR Business Partner, you'll play an important role in ensuring consistent, effective people management across the business.

This opportunity would suit an experienced HR professional who enjoys a fast-paced, operational environment and can make an immediate impact.

Responsibilities:
-Manage employee relations cases, including investigations, disciplinary and grievance processes, performance management and flexible working requests
-Support managers with short and long-term absence management, welfare meetings, return-to-work processes and occupational health referrals
-Provide clear commercially focused HR advice to managers and employees on day-to-day people matters
-Review and update HR policies, procedures and supporting documentation to reflect legislation
-Develop and deliver practical HR training and coaching
-Support the development, implementation and monitoring of employee engagement survey action plans
-Working closely with payroll to ensure accurate and timely processing of employee changes and resolve pay-related queries
-Maintain accurate employee relations records, case documentation and HR information
-Assist with the implementation of employment law changes and wider HR projects.

Candidate Attributes: 
-Previous experience in a HR Advisor role
-Demonstrable experience managing employee relations cases independently
-Confidence providing advice and constructively challenging managers where appropriate
-Excellent communication, organisational and problem-solving skills
-The ability to prioritise a varied workload
-A pragmatic, approachable and solutions-focused working style

Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30am – 5pm (hybrid working – 3 days in the office, 2 days at home)
Salary: £40k per annum