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HR Advisor

Pertemps London
Posted 7 days ago, valid for 19 days
Location

London, Greater London EC1R 0WX

Salary

£40,000 - £45,000 per hour

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The HR Advisor position is available at a leading construction company located near Chancery Lane, offering a salary range of £40,000 to £45,000 plus benefits and discretionary travel expenses.
  • The role requires a minimum of 3 to 4 years of experience in an HR Department, specifically in a HR Officer or HR Advisor capacity.
  • Key responsibilities include providing generalist HR support, managing employee relations, and supporting various HR projects.
  • Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in human resources or CIPD Level 3, along with strong communication skills and the ability to handle sensitive matters.
  • Benefits include life assurance, a pension plan, private healthcare, and 28 days of holiday, with interviews set to be arranged for mid-January.
HR Advisor - Leading Construction CompanySalary: £40,000-£45,000 plus benefits plus Travel Paid ( discretionary )Location: Close to Chancery LaneOverview of the RoleAre you an experienced HR Advisor looking for an exciting opportunity in a dynamic, fast-moving environment? Join this leading medium-sized construction company situated close to Chancery Lane/Farringdon, where you'll play a key role in driving people-focused initiatives. This role offers the chance to get involved in all aspects of HR and work on various projects, making a significant impact on our business.Key ResponsibilitiesReporting to the Head of People you will become involved in all aspects of HR/ER working as an HR Advisor.Technical & Role Specific
  • Provide generalist HR support across the full employee life cycle and support wider HR projects.
  • Focus on talent management, performance management, employee relations, reward and recognition, succession planning, and HR initiatives.
  • Manage employment offers, references, new starter documentation, onboarding, and induction.
  • Advise and coach managers on resolving employee relations issues in line with policies and legal standards.
  • Support the Head of People with high-level employee relations.
  • Compile and create reports as required.
  • Develop and implement people policies and procedures, ensuring they are up to date.
  • Support employee engagement initiatives to enhance the employee experience.
  • Stay current with changes in employment law and emerging trends.
  • Ensure operational excellence in HR service delivery and act as a backup for all HR Operations areas when needed.
Employee Relations
  • Manage and update the ER tracker to monitor key actions and deadlines.
  • Oversee probation-related processes, including extensions and failures.
  • Provide guidance on maternity and paternity cases.
  • Address sickness absence cases and lead formal meetings.
  • Support high-risk employee relations cases by preparing minutes, drafting letters, and attending meetings.
  • Conduct exit interviews for junior leavers and provide insights to reduce attrition and improve retention.
Systems / Payroll
  • Lead system updates
  • Maintain accurate employee records and ensure HR systems are up to date.
  • Collaborate with the Finance team to manage accurate and timely payroll processing.
Health & Safety
  • Ensure personal responsibility for health and safety in the office and on-site.
  • Stay informed about business safety protocols.
People & Team
  • Build and maintain effective relationships with managers and stakeholders.
  • Serve as a resource for employees on HR programs, practices, and processes.
Business Partnership
  • Collaborate with leaders to develop and drive talent outcomes and implement business and people strategies.
  • Administer programs to meet employee needs and drive engagement through targeted initiatives.
Knowledge, Skills, and Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in human resources or CIPD Level 3, or equivalent work experience.
  • Experience in a HR Department in either a HR Officer or HR Advisor role(Min 3/4 years)
  • Knowledge of HR practices, principles, and employment law.
  • Ability to interpret policies and provide pragmatic solutions.
  • Experience advising and supporting managers on employee relations matters.
  • Ability to handle matters confidentially and sensitively.
  • Self-starter with the ability to take initiative.
  • Strong business acumen and knowledge of the business and client group.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to prioritize workload and manage deadlines.
Benefits
  • Discretionary travel expenses paid
  • 5x salary life assurance
  • Pension: 5% employee contribution, 5% employer contribution
  • Private healthcare
  • Retail discount platform
  • 28 days holiday (3 days to be used over the Christmas shutdown) + bank holidays
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Discretionary travel expenses paid
If you're hands-on, open-minded, and ready to make a difference in a thriving construction company, apply now to join our team as an HR Advisor!For this position the company are looking to set up interviews for Middle of January

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.