HR Advisor

KEY PURPOSE OF JOB: As a member of the HR & OD team the post holder will be required to: • Provide and develop a high quality HR & OD Service to the Council in support of the corporate plan & strategic workforce plan. • To operate in a dynamic and changing environment, inputting to creative solutions to HR & OD issues and challenges, and provide professional advice on innovative HR & OD. • Provide accurate and timely procedural support and information to Employees, Line Managers and Customers on a range of Human Resources issues

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Carry out the Recruitment and Selection in accordance with the Council’s Recruitment Policies, Equal Opportunity Policy, the Local Government Staff Commission’s Code of Practice on Recruitment and Selection, employment legislation, best practice and associated codes of practice. 2. To be the Human Resources representative at relevant Employee Relations processes including disciplinary cases, grievance cases, harassment cases, attendance cases, flexible working requests, FCR’s etc. 3. Liaise with the Council’s Occupational Health Service in accordance with the Council’s Policy for Managing Attendance and pre-employment health checks. 4. To assist with the induction process of new employees to the Council. 5. Carry out administration for new starts, leavers, secondments, transfers and amendments to employee records and documentation. 6. To provide effective advice and support to the Council’s Departments and Units on generalist Human Resources issues at an advisory level. 7. To provide support and advice to line managers in relation to the implementation of Human Resources related policies and procedures. 8. As directed, assist with the preparation of Monthly / Year End Reports such as Equal Opportunities and Absence. Also assist in preparing reports and statistical returns to relevant Council Departments, external bodies and Council Committees. 9. Promote equality of opportunity and access in service delivery and in employment of staff through the mainstreaming of equality within the Council. 10. Liaise with the other Human Resource Advisors in delivering the day to day service requirements within the HR & OD Unit, as required.

Assume a range of Human Resources generalist responsibilities at an advisory level to include the following;- - Provide advice and support to line managers on Human Resources issues; - Provide advice and guidance on all relevant legislation and national, regional and local conditions of service; - Develop, maintain and test the Human Resources Information Systems, as required; - Provide cover for the other Human Resources Advisors.

Note: The post holder should be aware that the responsibilities and functional areas of the post may be subject to change as a result of organisational change. The Council therefore reserves the right to change the duties of the post by adding to or amending the range of functional responsibilities. The post holder will be required to be flexible and adaptable to meet the changing needs and requirements of the organisation. We are an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons. Qualifications & Experience It is essential that applicants have a minimum of:

QUALIFICATIONS 1.1 – Five GCSE passes at grade A-C, NVQ Level 2 or equivalent. 1.2 – Current Membership of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development

EXPERIENCE 1.3 – Two years’ relevant experience in all the following areas of responsibility; - Human Resources - Provision of advice and guidance to line managers on Generalist Human Resource issues; Where applicants do not hold the qualifications as outlined in 1.1 and 1.2, they must demonstrate a minimum of five years’ experience as outlined in 1.3 above. Knowledge

• A working knowledge of computerised Human Resource Information Systems. Behavioural Competencies 1.3 – Managing Performance Sets clear, aligned, high standard performance goals & objectives for self, others and the organisation. 2.2 – Developing our Own Capability Looks for opportunities to learn and develop in order to deliver and add value to their own role. 2.3 – Communicating with impact Presents a positive image by communicating effectively, being resilient and treating people fairly. 3.3 – Meeting Customer Needs Establishes the needs of customers and strives to ensure that these are met. 4.3 – Achieving Results Takes personal responsibility for making things happen. Shows motivation and perseverance in overcoming obstacles and achieving results