HR Advisor

HR Operations • Provide day-to-day management of the HR function, continuously developing and refining HR administration, systems, and processes. • Contribute to the delivery of the HR strategy through targeted project work and organisational initiatives. • Assist in coaching and guide managers through the full employee lifecycle, ensuring the Federations culture and values are embedded in all HR practices. Employee Relations & Advice • Act as the primary point of contact for the Federation HR Advice Service, providing Practice Managers with timely, expert guidance on complex HR queries. • Provide expertise to Service Managers and senior leadership on disciplinary and grievance issues, taking full ownership of a diverse HR caseload. • Lead internal investigations as a designated Investigation Officer, ensuring all proceedings adhere strictly to ACAS standards. • Manage and process flexible working requests in accordance with legislative requirements and ACAS best practices. Compliance & Employee Lifecycle • Take responsibility for visa applications and sponsorships, maintaining rigorous monitoring systems and escalating potential issues immediately. • Oversee and assist with the onboarding process to ensure all new hires are integrated effectively and in compliance with Federation policies. • Conduct maternity risk assessments and develop support plans to ensure the well-being of expectant and new parents. Engagement & Development • Lead the creation, delivery, and analysis of the annual Staff Survey to drive continuous improvement in employee engagement. • Proactively develop the HR advice service, delivering regular HR legislative updates and best-practice briefings to member practices. Data & Digital Transformation • Utilise HR Information Systems (HRX) to analyse key metrics such as turnover rates, absence trends, and time-to-hire providing actionable insights to the Senior Management Team. Wellbeing & Mental Health • Manage referrals to Occupational Health and lead on the implementation of 'return to work' plans for complex or long-term sickness cases. • Act as mental Health first aider • Lead or support the delivery of a wellbeing calendar, promoting mental health awareness and signposting staff to wellbeing initiatives. Job description Job responsibilities HR Operations • Provide day-to-day management of the HR function, continuously developing and refining HR administration, systems, and processes. • Contribute to the delivery of the HR strategy through targeted project work and organisational initiatives. • Assist in coaching and guide managers through the full employee lifecycle, ensuring the Federations culture and values are embedded in all HR practices. Employee Relations & Advice • Act as the primary point of contact for the Federation HR Advice Service, providing Practice Managers with timely, expert guidance on complex HR queries. • Provide expertise to Service Managers and senior leadership on disciplinary and grievance issues, taking full ownership of a diverse HR caseload. • Lead internal investigations as a designated Investigation Officer, ensuring all proceedings adhere strictly to ACAS standards. • Manage and process flexible working requests in accordance with legislative requirements and ACAS best practices. Compliance & Employee Lifecycle • Take responsibility for visa applications and sponsorships, maintaining rigorous monitoring systems and escalating potential issues immediately. • Oversee and assist with the onboarding process to ensure all new hires are integrated effectively and in compliance with Federation policies. • Conduct maternity risk assessments and develop support plans to ensure the well-being of expectant and new parents. Engagement & Development • Lead the creation, delivery, and analysis of the annual Staff Survey to drive continuous improvement in employee engagement. • Proactively develop the HR advice service, delivering regular HR legislative updates and best-practice briefings to member practices. Data & Digital Transformation • Utilise HR Information Systems (HRX) to analyse key metrics such as turnover rates, absence trends, and time-to-hire providing actionable insights to the Senior Management Team. Wellbeing & Mental Health • Manage referrals to Occupational Health and lead on the implementation of 'return to work' plans for complex or long-term sickness cases. • Act as mental Health first aider • Lead or support the delivery of a wellbeing calendar, promoting mental health awareness and signposting staff to wellbeing initiatives.