People Advisor

Location: Stoke

Duration: 6 month FTC

Hours: Monday to Friday, 35 hours per week

Salary: £32,000 per annum

The role:

We are recruiting for a People Advisor on a six month fixed term contract for our client based in Stoke. You'll play a key role in delivering prompt, expert guidance to our managers throughout every stage of the employee lifecycle. This includes offering support on employee relations matters, managing recruitment processes, contributing to organisational change efforts, and promoting effective HR practices. With a bold and forward-thinking People Strategy set for the next five years, this is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a team that's shaping meaningful change.

Responsibilities:

• Provide expert guidance and coaching to managers across the full spectrum of the employee lifecycle, including managing absence, handling employee relations matters, running effective recruitment campaigns, and supporting wellbeing initiatives
• Oversee the distribution and progress of tasks assigned to People Administrators, ensuring queries are addressed promptly and efficiently
• Lead and contribute to people-related projects and initiatives aimed at streamlining processes and promoting ongoing improvements across the function
• Assist in the regular review and updating of People policies and procedures to ensure alignment with current employment legislation
• Offer clarity to managers on how to apply and interpret People policies within their teams
• Stay informed on evolving employment laws and HR best practices to ensure advice and practices remain current
• Advise managers on organisational change processes, offering practical support through periods of transformation
• Collaborate with the Learning and Development Officer to facilitate and support training and development opportunities across the organisation

Key Requirements:

• Educated to A Level standard or equivalent qualification
• Holds a relevant HR qualification and/or CIPD membership, or has substantial experience working in a professional HR environment
• Proven track record of delivering HR advice and support, including hands-on experience managing employee relations matters
• Solid understanding of employment legislation and how it applies in a practical workplace context
• Exceptional communicator, able to engage confidently and clearly with individuals at all levels
• Comfortable challenging ideas and decisions in a constructive and professional manner
• Proficient in IT, with strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office and experience using HR information systems
• Capable of managing a busy workload, multitasking effectively and performing well under pressure
• Supportive and motivating leadership style, with the ability to coach and guide team members
• Demonstrates high levels of personal integrity, professionalism, and emotional resilience

Interested? Call Meg on 01782 712230 or email MegW@kpir.co.uk

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