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HR Advisor @ Reed

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Senior People Advisor

Location: Bath

Contract: Fixed-Term until 31st January 2027

Hours: 37.5 per week (Flexible Working Available)

Are you an experienced HR professional looking for your next challenge?

We are seeking a Senior People Advisor to join a busy People team, providing both operational and strategic HR support across a diverse workforce. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys managing employee relations casework, partnering with managers, and helping drive positive workforce outcomes.

The Role

As a Senior People Advisor, you will:

  • Manage a varied employee relations caseload including disciplinary, grievance, absence and performance matters.
  • Provide expert HR advice and guidance to managers on people-related issues.
  • Support workforce planning, recruitment, retention and engagement initiatives.
  • Analyse workforce data and identify solutions to improve people performance metrics.
  • Develop strong relationships with stakeholders across the organisation.
  • Contribute to HR projects, process improvements and people-focused initiatives.
  • Support the development of managers through coaching, training and guidance.

About You

  • CIPD Level 5 qualified (or equivalent experience).
  • Strong HR generalist background with significant employee relations experience.
  • Sound knowledge of employment law and HR best practice.
  • Experience building effective relationships with managers and stakeholders.
  • Strong communication, influencing and organisational skills.
  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and managing competing priorities.
  • Experience producing reports and using HR systems.

What's on Offer?

  • Competitive hourly rate of £14.33 - £16.96.
  • Fixed-term contract through to January 2027.
  • Flexible working arrangements.
  • Opportunity to work on strategic HR projects as well as operational casework.
  • Professional development within an established People function.

If you're an experienced HR professional looking for a varied role where you can make a real impact, I'd love to hear from you. Apply today or get in touch for a confidential discussion.

Skills

Employee Relationsemployment lawHR systemsWorkforce PlanningCoachingRecruitmentretentionengagement

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