People Advisor
A prestigious education group is seeking an experienced People Advisor to provide expert HR support and guidance to employees and managers across its London-based settings. This role is central to managing the entire employee lifecycle while ensuring strict compliance with legal and educational standards.
The Role
Reporting to the Head with a dotted line to the People Business Partner, you will be responsible for HR processes ranging from recruitment and onboarding to complex employee relations. You will act as a first point of contact for HR queries, providing advice on employment law, conflict resolution, and policy implementation.
Key Responsibilities
* Employee Relations: Manage disciplinary, performance, and grievance cases from inception to conclusion in collaboration with managers.
* Recruitment & Onboarding: Manage the full recruitment cycle, including job postings, screening, and conducting onboarding for new starters.
* HR Administration & Compliance: Maintain accurate employee records and the Single Central Record (SCR) to ensure compliance with data protection and legal requirements.
* Operational Support: Oversee contract administration, salary updates, benefits, and leave management while ensuring accurate data entry into the HRIS.
* Wellbeing & Inclusion: Promote mental health and wellness programs and champion diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives across all settings.
* Policy & Reporting: Update HR policies and the employee handbook, and analyse HR data to report on metrics such as turnover and absenteeism.
Requirements
* Qualifications: CIPD Level 5 or an equivalent qualification.
* Experience: Previous experience as an HR Advisor with a strong background in case management, HR administration, and the full employee lifecycle.
* Technical Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Adobe, and HR Information Systems (HRIS).
* Knowledge: Strong, proven understanding of UK employment law and its practical application.
* Attributes: High attention to detail, a self-starter mindset, and the ability to build influential relationships at all levels of the organisation.
Why Join This Team?
This is an opportunity to take ownership of vital HR functions within a supportive environment that values employee development and professional wellbeing. You will play a key role in shaping a positive workplace culture where employees feel valued and supported.