About this role
About the role
The role of HR Advisor at the University of Bath is a varied and interesting one working with a range of stakeholders based in Faculties and Professional Services Departments. You will work closely with the matrix team and HR Business Partners in order to deliver a timely and legally compliant service as well as working with our colleagues in Reward, Workforce Development, Culture and Inclusion and Safety, Health and Wellbeing.
The aim of the role is to enable excellent people management practice and build the capability of individuals, teams and departments to meet the University’s and the department’s objectives. The role will support designated business areas, developing effective working relationships with key stakeholders, whilst working for and alongside HR Business Partners.
The HR Advisor will support the delivery of the HR Strategy and work in such a way that supports pace, innovation and customer service in HR service delivery.
About you
CIPD qualified or equivalent Effective knowledge of employment legislation and HR best practice and its practical application appropriate to a generalist advisor role Proven experience of delivering outcome- and customer-focused HR advice and guidance Strong communication and relationship building skills Able to advise, support and coach managers to manage employee relations issues effectively. Experience of actively managing HR casework – from absence and wellbeing conversations through to investigations and formal processes is essential
Further Information
This role is offered on part‑time basis (24.5 hours per week) permanent basis. A minimum of two days a week on campus is required.
For an informal conversation about the role please contact Paula Brown on [email protected]
We consider ourselves to be a university where difference is celebrated, respected and encouraged. We have an excellent international reputation with staff from over 60 different nations and have made a positive commitment towards gender equity and intersectionality receiving a Silver Athena SWAN award. We truly believe that diversity of experience, perspectives, and backgrounds will lead to a better environment for our employees and students and encourage applications from all genders, backgrounds, and communities, particularly from under-represented groups, and value the positive impact that will have on the university. We are committed to maintaining a safe and secure environment for our students, staff, and community by reinforcing our Safer Recruitment commitment.
We're very proud to be a signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant an accredited Disability Confident Leader; autism friendly university, committed to building disability confidence and supporting disabled staff.