HR Advisor

HR Advisor, Up to £35,000 + Benefits (including Discretionary Bonus, Life Assurance, Great Pension, 25 Days Holiday), Monday to Friday 8.30am till 4.30pm, Lovely Company Culture

Overview of the HR Advisor:

Are you passionate about human resources and eager to make a real impact in a thriving organisation? We are seeking a dedicated HR Advisor to join this company in Newcastle upon Tyne. The HR Advisor will report to the Head of HR and will support an employee base of 200 in all areas of HR. If you are a proactive and driven HR professional, we want to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities:

* Employee and Manager Support: Provide timely and effective responses to employee and manager queries, ensuring a high level of satisfaction.

* Policy Guidance: Advise managers on HR policies, ensuring all procedures are compliant and consistently applied.

* Formal Meeting Support: Assist managers in conducting formal meetings, ensuring fair and reasonable processes are followed at all times.

* Absence and Case Management: Monitor and review employee absence and ongoing casework, taking appropriate actions to address issues promptly.

* Documentation: Ensure all HR processes are meticulously documented, maintaining accuracy and compliance.

* Performance Improvement: Support managers with performance improvement initiatives and employee engagement strategies.

* Data Analysis: Monitor and review KPI data, identifying trends and areas for improvement to drive organizational success.

* Recruitment: Manage recruitment activities, including job advertising, liaising with recruiters, assisting with interviews, and ensuring a smooth onboarding experience for new starters.

* Occupational Health Compliance: Oversee compliance with occupational health requirements, including clinic scheduling and referral processing.

* Employee Wellbeing: Promote initiatives that enhance employee wellbeing and engagement.

* Communication: Produce and publish engaging employee communications to keep the workforce informed and motivated.

* Policy Review: Contribute to the review and improvement of HR policies and procedures.

* Project Implementation: Assist with the execution of HR projects that support organizational growth and efficiency.

* Administrative Support: Handle various administrative tasks to ensure the smooth operation of the HR department.

What's in your DNA/Experience Needed?

* Previous experience of working as an HR Advisor (ideally minimum 1 years advisor experience)

* Experience of dealing with ER issues

* Experience working in a fast-paced HR environment, with the ability to prioritise effectively

* Ability to work collaboratively with employees at all levels, cross-functionally

* Approachable, reliable and attentive

* Well organised and proactive

* Excellent communicator