About the role
Are you an HR Generalist looking for your next opportunity?
We are delighted to be working with our client, a professional services business based in Newcastle, who are looking for an HR Advisor to join them on a permanent basis.
Based in Newcastle City Centre you work as part of a wider HR team to provide support and advice to managers on a range of HR issues and provide guidance and support to employees in relation to benefits, recruitment and selection and employee relations.
This role will be supporting employees at various office locations and as such, there will be a requirement to travel to other offices within England and Scotland including the requirement to work out of the companies Edinburgh office at least one day every 3 weeks.
Key areas of the role:
To assist in guiding and managing the overall provision of HR services, policies and strategies
To assist and advise employees on HR issues
To develop and maintain strong communication channels and relationships with manager, colleagues, employees and external parties
Recruitment & on-boarding
Write and present information briefings on a range of HR related topics
Consulting on issues related to workplace relations, training and performance management
Providing advice and assistance on policies, procedures and legislation
Managing Payrolls
Manage / oversee grievance, disciplinary and capability investigations and hearings
Exit interviews
Producing reports, statistics and completing HR projects as requested by Managers / Partners
Attend Employment Law meetings / seminars & keep up to date with HR best practice and employment legislation
Deal with regulatory requirements in respect of the Law Society of Scotland, Solicitors Regulation Authority and Financial Conduct Authority
Contributing to the continuous improvement of HR systems and practices (including streamlining processes)
Branch / office visits
Requirements
What they are looking for:
Minimum 3 years experience in a generalist HR related role
Degree in human resources or a relevant area or CIPD qualification at minimum level 5 (or working towards)
Drivers Licence
Strong knowledge of employment law and legislation
Generalist HR experience within an HR environment
Experience in providing advice and support to senior managers on strategic matters
Experience in leading projects and implementing new initiatives
Familiar with all Microsoft Office packages
What are they offering:
£35,000 basic salary
35 days enhanced holiday entitlement including bank holidays
Cycle to work scheme and discounted gym membership
Enhanced maternity and paternity leave and adoption pay
Flexible working hours
If this sounds interesting and you'd like to know more, click 'apply now' and a member of our team will be in touch!