HR Adviser Paisley, Scotland
British Red Cross
Full Time
Paisley, Scotland
37014 GBP ANNUAL Today
Job description
Job Title: HR Adviser
Job Location: Paisley (Hybrid - 1 day a week in office)
Salary: £37,014 per annum
Hours: 35 per week
Contract Type: Fixed term contract (maternity cover up to 12 months)
Job Location: Paisley (Hybrid - 1 day a week in office)
Salary: £37,014 per annum
Hours: 35 per week
Contract Type: Fixed term contract (maternity cover up to 12 months)
Are you ready to make a meaningful impact as an HR Adviser, providing expert guidance, resolving complex cases, and shaping People policies to create a positive difference in people's lives?"
As an HR Adviser, your purpose is to be the go-to person for Line Managers, providing them with expert advice and support for their complex enquiries and cases that need resolution. You'll also play a crucial role in enhancing People policies, procedures, and the people management skills of Line Managers through coaching and guidance.
A day in the life of a HR Adviser will involve:
- Providing quick and accurate responses to HR Assistant's escalated enquiries, keeping managers informed if immediate response is not possible.
- Discussing and investigating issues with peers, Line Manager, or Expert Services for further guidance when needed.
- Logging cases and updating the enquiry log for detailed guidance required by line managers.
- Identifying opportunities to update online advice and guidance, or suggest improvements where necessary.
- Agreeing on resolution timeline with the relevant line manager for handling cases and provide regular updates.
- Offering knowledgeable support in line with policies and legal requirements, escalating complex issues as needed.
- Reviewing case load with Head of People Operations to ensure progress and determine additional support if required.
- Implementing agreed outcomes by obtaining necessary authority, completing accurate paperwork, and scheduling further actions or communications.
To be a successful HR Adviser, you’ll need:
- A relevant qualification in HR or equivalent experience. It's important to be familiar with case handling, effective communication, letter writing, and providing advice and guidance.
- To make sure you have a good understanding of employment law, HRIS usage, and strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office.
- Previous experience in volunteer management, coaching, handling difficult conversations, and delivering excellent customer service is highly valuable.
- It would be great if you have experience as an HR generalist, dealing with various cases, promoting workforce diversity, and working in a Business Partnering model.
- We value behaviors such as seeking insights, being a skilled communicator and influencer, having a solution-focused mindset, and being committed to personal and professional development.
- Don't forget the essential requirement of ensuring inclusive practice and actively promoting diversity in all aspects of your work.
The closing date for applications is 23.59 on the of 23rd June 2023. Please note, we reserve the right to close applications early, given high volume.
In return for your commitment and expertise, you’ll get:
- Holidays –You’ll get 36 days annual leave (including bank holidays) and the option to buy an additional 5 days leave.
- Pension scheme – We offer up to 6% contributory pension.
- Flexible working – We will do what we can to make sure you work in a way that suits you.
- Learning & Development Opportunities – We are one of the UK’s largest charities and have a wide range of career opportunities. We also provide comprehensive learning opportunities for staff to develop themselves.
- Discounts – You’ll have access to brilliant discounts through the Blue Light Discount Card and our own employee benefits platform.
- Wellbeing Support – Staff wellbeing is always priority. You’ll have access to mental health and wellbeing support.
- Team Working – You will be working as part of a team that is supporting our mission of helping people in crisis.
- Cycle2Work – The cycle to work scheme enables you to lease a bicycle.
- Season ticket loan – We offer an interest free loan to buy a season ticket for travel between home and work.
At The British Red Cross, we pride ourselves on our diverse workforce, and ensuring we have an inclusive environment for all our staff and volunteers. We remain committed to ensuring our teams can bring their true selves to work without risk or fear of discrimination. We do this through regular data reporting, and the support of our internal Race and Equality Network (REEN), LGBT+ Network, our Disability and Wellness Network (DAWN), Gender Network, Carers Network and Youth Network.
Connecting human kindness with human crisis
British Red Cross
https://www.redcross.org.uk
London, United Kingdom
Michael Adamson
Unknown / Non-Applicable
1001 to 5000 Employees
Non-profit Organisation
Civic, Welfare & Social Services
1870
