HR Advisor (Maternity Cover)

Job Title:HR Advisor (Maternity Cover)

Location: Flexible Travel (between Ridham Sittingbourne & Bexley)

Salary: £35,000

Job Type: Contract

About Us:

Countrystyle Recycling are proud to operate the largest independent fleet of modern waste management vehicles in Kent, London and the South East. Our fleet vehicles include dustcarts, skip trucks, hook loaders and bulk haulage lorries.

About the role:

To assist with the day-to-day operation of the HR function ensuring employment and compliance records are accurate. To support the Head of HR to develop and maintain a highly effective HR function supporting the business in fulfilling its people management and employment legislation obligations.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide guidance and support with Employee Relations cases and associated meetings (including absence management, performance management, discipline and grievance)
• Advise line managers on all HR matters proving advice, support and direction on the full range of HR activities (employee relations, performance management, policies and procedures) as required.
• Supporting the HR Manager with all employee relations matters including disciplinary, grievance, capability, TUPE including attending hearings as note taker and advisor.
• Manage the recruitment lifecycle including advertising vacancies, arranging interviews, sending regret letters, complete and document all new starter pre-employment checks, and preparing new starter administration.
• Managing and Tracking Employee Checks including DBS and Right to Work checks ensuring full compliance with legal and contractual obligations.
• Managing and tracking the probationary period process.
• Maintaining employee files and records both on the HRIS (Cascade) and paper HR filing system.
• Support Managers with the management of sickness and absence including cases that require referral to Occupational Health or use of a capability process.
• Assist with the maintenance and revision of Company Policies to reflect legislative changes.
• Contribute towards the continuous improvement of procedures and processes within the HR department.
• Facilitate Occupational Health visits by managing the schedule and recording reports appropriately.
• Provide monthly information for payroll to include new starter/leaver information, employment changes and any matter affecting individuals pay.
• Compile data when required.
• Assist with HR projects as directed by Head of HR.
• Co-operate and comply with all safe working procedures, report unsafe conditions and take responsibility for the health and safety of yourself and that of others who may be affected by your actions.

About you:

Essentials:

• CIPD level 5
• Knowledge of relevant HR Policies and Procedures
• Knowledge of best practice on recruitment and selection
• Excellent verbal communication skills to deal with a diverse workforce
• Ability to produce succinct, relevant correspondence and reports
• Intermediate level MS Office
• Ability to demonstrate experience in a similar HR role within a manual work environment
• Experience of providing advise and support to senior managers on all areas of Human Resources.
• Experience of dealing with sensitive and confidential matters and information
• Experience of using HRIS
• Excellent time management and prioritisation skills
• Versatility and adaptability
• Excellent communication skills

Desirable:

• Advanced level MS Office
• Up-to-date knowledge of employment law
• Knowledge of payroll systems
• Waste Industry experience
• Experience of TUPE transfers
• Experience of working with Trade Unions
• Experience of HR projects and/or implementing new initiatives
• Experience of Cascade HRIS
• CIPD Level 7
• Payroll qualification

Benefits:

• 25 days holiday
• Life Insurance with access to GP24
• Commitment to wellbeing through Employee Assistance Programme
• Electric Car salary sacrifice scheme for eligible employees
• Cycle to work scheme
• Company Events
• GymFlex salary sacrifice

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Candidates with experience or relevant job titles of HR Consultant, People Operations Specialist, Employee Relations Coordinator, Talent Management Advisor, and Workforce Strategy Consultant may also be considered.