Overview
Senior HR Advisor - Maldon District Council - CM9 5DL
2 Months Contract • 37 Hours Per week • Hybrid – 2 days in Office
The Council is offering an initial temporary contract for a period of 2 months with a view to extension or permanent position for the right candidate. Rate is negotiable dependent upon experience.
We are looking for a Senior HR Advisor at Council Offices, Princes Rd, Maldon CM9 5DL.
Maldon District Council is experiencing a busy period and requires additional support in their small and friendly HR department.
Key Accountabilities
* Provide expert, first-line HR advice and demonstrable experience in supporting or managing a range of employee relations cases (e.g., disciplinary, grievances, absence, conduct), via thorough policy application and promotion of consistency and fairness.
* Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the proven ability to build credibility and trust at all organisational levels.
* Proficient in using data to maintain records on staff records.
* Confident when dealing with all levels of stakeholders in the Council.
* Understanding of change management within a HR setting.
* Provide advice and guidance on recruitment and selection, assisting colleagues and Line Managers to ensure this is delivered within the standards required.
* Familiar with Safeguarding and the DBS process for current and prospective employees (ideal).
* Support strategic HR initiatives and business projects, including organisational change. Contribute proactively to continuous improvement of HR systems and processes to enhance efficiency and the overall employee experience.
* Build trusted, professional working relationships across the business through confident and supportive communication.
Requirements
* The post holder will ideally be CIPD qualified at Level 5 (or working towards) and have public sector work experience.
* Familiar with Employment legislation and dealing with complex casework.
* Strong working knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice.
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