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HR Advisor

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The Organisation
A well-established and values-led organisation is seeking an experienced HR Advisor to join its supportive HR team on an initial 8-week assignment. This is a well-established Bristol-based charity and social care provider.
The Role
This is an ER-weighted HR Advisor position, supporting managers and employees across a range of people-related matters. This is a predominantly remote role, offering flexibility, with occasional face-to-face meetings becoming more common. Support is available from the wider HR team where on-site attendance is required. The successful candidate will primarily focus on:
- Managing employee relations cases, including grievances and absence management
- Providing practical guidance on HR policies and procedures
- Advising managers on HR best practice and employment matters
- Supporting general HR activity and administration as required to help manage workload pressures
- Working collaboratively with the wider HR team to deliver an effective HR service
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What Is Required to Do the Job?
To be successful, you will need:
- Previous UK-based HR experience at HR Advisor level/ER role
- Solid employee relations experience, particularly handling absence management and grievances
- A sound understanding of UK employment legislation and HR best practice
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
- The ability to work independently whilst also collaborating effectively with a wider HR team
- Experience in a generalist HR role would be highly advantageous, as some HR administration support may also be required
What to Do Next
If you have the HR advisory and employee relations experience required and are available for an immediate or short-notice start, we'd love to hear from you!


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What you'll get in return
- Flexible working options available.
- Bristol / Remote-Hybrid
- Up to £200 per day PAYE, depending on experience
- Weekly pay
- Friendly and supportive team and line manager
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
Desired Skills and Experience
HR Advisor, ER, Employee Relations, People Advisor, HR Generalist
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