People/ HR Advisor - 9 month FTC

As a People Advisor, you’ll be at the heart of the employee experience—championing a culture of respect, fairness, and engagement. You’ll partner with managers and employees alike, offering expert guidance, resolving challenges, and helping to build an environment where everyone can thrive.

Duties include:

·       Facilitate training sessions and workshops for managers 

·       Providing expert guidance and support to both Managers and Supervisors on employee relation

·       Provide support and cover for payroll activities when required, maintaining a working knowledge of HR and payroll systems (including Workday), ensuring accuracy and compliance with payroll processes and deadlines.

·       Ensure consistent application of policies, agreements and procedures across the organisation and project.

·       Manage and track absence cases, working to reduce costs and improve attendance rates.

·       Continue the creation, revision, and distribution of HR documentation.

·       Support the implementation of the organisation’s People Strategy in partnership with the People team.

·       Regularly review and update HR policies and the employee handbook to ensure compliance and relevance.

·       Ensure GDPR compliance in HR processes whilst completing regular data protection training and supporting the Data Compliance Officer (DCO).

·       Provide support during disciplinary and grievance hearings, including advising managers and taking detailed notes.

·       Responsible for the Occupational Health referral process and coordinating with health professionals when necessary.

·       Plan and conduct employee inductions, ensuring a positive onboarding experience.

·       Champion employee feedback initiatives such as the Colleague Surveys and Colleague Connect.

·       Display drive, energy and passion to continually enhance the performance of the department alongside the business requirements.

 Essential:

·       Extensive

·       Strong understanding of IT, including MS Office packages.

·       Ability to work in a very fast-paced environment.

·       Flexibility regarding working hours in a 24/7 business.

·       Experience dealing with Trade Unions and Industrial Relations.

·       Valid Driving Licence.

·       CIPD Level 5 or equivalent experience.

Desirable:

·       MHFA qualification or equivalent experience

·       Experience using Workday HR system

·       Knowledge of the transport sector.