Join Cranstoun: Be the Catalyst for Change in a Social Justice-Driven Organisation!
Are you passionate about creating healthier, safer communities? Do you thrive in a dynamic environment where compassion, collaboration, and innovation are at the heart of everything you do? Then Cranstoun wants to hear from you!
At Cranstoun, were not just another organisationwere a social justice and harm reduction charity with global ambition. With a powerful vision to be a world-class leader in rebuilding lives, we empower people across the UK to overcome lifes toughest challenges through creativity, compassion, and evidence-based practice.
Now, were looking for an experienced People & Culture Advisor to join our growing People team and support our mission to inspire positive change every day.
About the Role
As our People & Culture Advisor, youll play a pivotal role in supporting managers and colleagues across the organisation by providing expert HR guidance on employee relations, onboarding, performance, and wellbeing. Youll ensure Cranstoun's values are embedded in everything we dofrom policy to practicewhile championing a positive and inclusive workplace culture.
Reporting to a People Partner, you will help shape and deliver strategic people initiatives that drive engagement and organisational success.
Key Responsibilities
Provide expert advice on HR policies, employee relations, performance, and absence management.
Oversee complex onboarding and probation management scenarios.
Maintain and update our HR Information System (HRIS), payroll documents, and reporting dashboards.
Support the management of employee lifecycle activities such as probation, flexible working, family-friendly policies and off-boarding.
Support People Partners with Employee Relations matters.
Advise on Policies and procedures, best-practice, contractual entitlements, other HR related matters employee benefits and other employee related queries.
Provide 1 st Tier advice on people issues and 1 st and 2 nd Tier support with absence management.
Support with TUPE and Restructures.
Monitor and implement Employment changes and updates.
Collaborate on recruitment strategies, HR projects, and the development of new initiatives that support staff wellbeing and organisational excellence.
What Were Looking For
CIPD Level 5 Diploma (or equivalent).
Proven experience in a generalist HR advisory role.
Solid understanding of UK employment law, HR policies, and procedures.
Excellent communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.
Strong IT and data management skills, including use of HR systems and MS Office Suite.
Passionate about social justice and making a real difference in peoples lives.
Location & Flexibility
West Midlands-based (National Role)
Hybrid working options available (home-based with travel to sites as needed)
What We Offer
Salary circa £35,000 per annum
A dynamic, mission-driven working environment
Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance
Generous holiday entitlement
Wellbeing Day
Healthcare benefits
Ongoing professional development and training
The chance to truly impact peoples lives for the better
Ready to Help Us Rebuild Lives?
If you're driven by purpose and ready to take your HR career to the next level with an organisation thats creating real change, apply now to become our next People & Culture Advisor .
Closing date: 20 June 2025.
At Cranstoun, we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace. Together, we are stronger.
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