HR Advisor

Description:

Full job description

We are recruiting for a HR Advisor for a leading IT service provider in Winnersh on a short term contract. This is a hybrid role.

Position Summary

This role combines operational HR administration with HR business partnering responsibilities, providing end-to-end support to employees and managers while ensuring efficient HR processes and compliance with company policies.

The ideal candidate will be a flexible, service-oriented HR professional who enjoys working in a dynamic environment and can effectively balance administrative tasks with strategic HR support.

Key Responsibilities

HR Administration

* Manage employee lifecycle processes, including onboarding, transfers, promotions, changes, and offboarding.

* Experience working with third-party benefits providers, ideally Benefex

* Maintain accurate employee records and HR systems (Workday), ensuring data integrity and confidentiality.

* Prepare HR documentation, including employment contracts, amendments, certificates, and other employee-related letters.

* Support payroll processes by coordinating employee data changes and ensuring timely submissions.

* Assist with benefits administration and employee queries.

* Ensure compliance with local labor laws, company policies, and HR procedures.

* Generate HR reports and support audits when required.

HR Business Partnering

* Act as the first point of contact for employees and managers on HR-related matters.

* Provide guidance on HR policies, procedures, and best practices.

* Support managers with recruitment activities, including job requisition management, interview coordination, and onboarding.

* Assist in employee relations matters, escalating complex cases when appropriate.

* Contribute to performance management, talent management, and employee engagement initiatives.

* Experience working with trade unions and attending JNC meetings

* Support organizational changes and workforce planning activities.

Required Qualifications

* CIPD Level 5 qualification would also be desirable

* Previous experience in HR Administration, HR Generalist, or HR Business Partner roles.

* Good understanding of employment legislation and HR best practices.

* Experience working with HRIS systems (Workday experience is mandatory).

* Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.

* Strong organizational and administrative skills.

* Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.

Key Competencies

* Strong customer and employee orientation.

* Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.

* Problem-solving and decision-making skills.

* Attention to detail and accuracy.

* Teamwork and collaboration.

* Adaptability and flexibility in a changing environment.

* Ability to work independently and proactively.

This is an umbrella contract, the role is Inside IR35