HR Advisor

Overview

The HR Advisor will work closely with the Associate HR Business Partner or relevant strategic HR lead to scope the needs of the business, deliver company-wide HR strategy and implement creative and innovative HR solutions to improve business outcomes.  The post holder will be instrumental in supporting managers and business units in the operation by ensuring all HR records and processes are effectively managed and delivered.  Although the role will primary focus on MAN, there maybe the requirement to support other Stations in the Region/Network.

Responsibilities

Day to day you will:

 

Work closely with the Business Partner or relevant Strategic HR Lead to scope the needs of the business, deliver company-wide HR strategy and implement creative and innovative HR solutions to improve business outcomes.

 

Support and work with colleagues and the business to enable the achievement of business outcomes. Provide advise and guidance to Managers on all elements of HR including;

• Performance Management
• Disciplinary & Grievance
• Absence Management
• TUPE and Union relationships
• Contracts of Employment

 

Identify where there are gaps and challenges regarding HR process/working relationships and identify solutions where appropriate. Deliver training sessions for Line Managers on HR procedures, performance management, and mentoring.

 

Track and produce Station metrics identifying any trends or areas of concern.

 

Liaise and negotiate with Trade Unions

 

Support and input into strategies to manage attrition, retention and staff engagement.

 

Achieve individual and team efficiencies through improved working practices.

 

Support projects and complex cases, leading and taking ownership as appropriate.

 

Identify opportunities to make proactive changes in work practices that contribute to HR and continuous business improvement by looking for new solutions and innovative ways to solve problems and review whether the changes implemented are effective on an ongoing basis.

Qualifications

Understanding of pay and benefits

Excellent written communication skills and the ability to draft and comprehend complex legal documentation;

Excellent attention to detail;

Strong verbal communication skills and experience dealing with employees of all levels

Ability to deal with confidential information in a discreet and professional manner

GDPR understanding and awareness

Flexibility and time management, ability to manage conflicting requirements

Advanced IT skills including MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) including mail merge

Motivated self starter with passion for developing a career in HR

Ability to develop effective relationships with other departments and managers;