HR Advisor

WSR are looking for an HR Business Partner to join the team of our esteemed client based in Corby & Milton Keynes.Job Title: HR Business PartnerRole Type: Part Time - 21 to 25 hours p/w - Fixed Term Contract - Min 1 yearLocation: Corby (with travel to other locations, including Milton Keynes, for team meetings)Salary: up to £30,500HR Business Partner Role Overview:As an HR Business Partner, you will leverage your extensive experience in generalist HR roles to support and advise line managers across the company. Your ability to handle a wide range of HR issues from start to finish will be essential. We seek a collaborative team player with a diplomatic, positive attitude and exceptional communication skills. You should be commercially astute, adept at building strong relationships with line managers, and committed to delivering high-quality work.HR Business Partner Key Responsibilities:

• HR Advisory: Provide expert HR support to line managers, addressing issues related to performance management, reward and benefits, disciplinary actions, grievances, sickness absence, and terms and conditions. Offer proactive advice and guidance in line with company policies.
• Meeting Support: Attend and support formal meetings (e.g., disciplinary, grievance, absence, flexible working), acting as the company representative and note-taker. Advise line managers on company policies, legal considerations, and risk factors. Ensure timely production and proper filing of documentation related to these meetings.
• Manager Coaching: Train and develop line managers on HR and Employee Relations issues through one-on-one sessions, group presentations, or management meetings. Enhance managers' understanding of company HR policies and procedures.
• Performance Improvement: Collaborate with management to identify and implement initiatives to improve performance, engagement, absence rates, and employee turnover.
• Organizational Design: Provide guidance on organizational changes, ensuring legal compliance and best practices to minimize impact on employees and the company.
• Resourcing Support: Work with the PA team to assist with employee resourcing and support the principles of Team Staffing.
• Career Development: Partner with Learning & Development to support managers with career path planning, development journeys, and succession planning.

HR Business Partner Essential Skills and Experience:

• Employment Law: Strong understanding of employment law to ensure policies and procedures are legally compliant.
• Interviewing Skills: Experienced in interviewing techniques to support staffing needs as required.
• Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact confidently with employees and senior managers.
• Time Management: Ability to prioritize tasks effectively, manage time well, and deliver high-quality work.
• Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy and pride in delivering excellent work that contributes to the overall success of the department and company.
• Process Improvement: Proactive in identifying and implementing more efficient ways of working.
• Technical Proficiency: Competence with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Flexibility: Ability to adapt to varying challenges and work flexibly across different company locations and in the field as needed.
• Professional Attitude: Confident in handling office calls and interactions, demonstrating a 'can-do' attitude and a flexible approach.
• Drivers License is essential

HR Advisor Benefits

• Life assurance - 3 x salary
• Pension scheme
• Employer Assistance Program via Lifeworks
• Subsidised canteen
• Free parking
• ‘Perks At Work’; offers discounts on thousands of brands and classes.

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We will however keep your CV on file and review your suitability against any other vacancies we may have available.