3-Month Contract with Local Authority
Summary
* This role is a 3-month contract with a local authority, designed to provide a comprehensive HR advisory service. The position supports managers with general HR queries and complex matters such as restructures and TUPE. The HR Advisor will lead Employee Relations cases, offering expert guidance at hearings and appeals, and contribute to policy development and implementation as needed.
Responsibilities
* Provide professional HR advice and guidance to managers on a wide range of HR matters.
* Support organisational change processes, including restructures and TUPE transfers.
* Act as HR Advisor on Employee Relations matters, including disciplinary, grievance, and appeal hearings.
* Advise senior stakeholders, supporting Chairs during formal hearings and appeal processes.
* Ensure compliance with employment legislation, policies, and best practices.
* Contribute to the development, review, and implementation of HR policies and procedures.
* Support managers in achieving best practice people management across the organisation.
* Maintain accurate and confidential HR records in line with data protection requirements.
Essential Experience
* Proven experience in an HR Advisory role handling a broad range of HR matters.
* Strong Employee Relations experience, including advising and supporting hearings and appeals.
* Experience supporting organisational change, including restructures and TUPE processes.
Essential Qualifications
* CIPD Chartered Membership (Level 7) or
* CIPD Level 5 qualification with evidence of working towards full CIPD membership.
Additional Information
* Working hours: 37 hours per week
* Work pattern: Flexible worker post, details to be discussed at interview
* Location: Ballard House, West Hoe Road, West Hoe, Plymouth, Devon, PL1 3BJ, United Kingdom
* Application deadline: 11th May 2026, apply ASAP.