Human Resources Advisor

Job overview

The Greater Manchester HRBP team are looking for an enthusiastic, self-motivated and professional HR Advisor to join the team.

The role will be based in Whitefield with the opportunity for some home working.  However, there will be the requirement to travel regularly to all areas within the Greater Manchester area as well as other locations within the Trust.

The role will provide a comprehensive HR service to managers and staff and work closely with local management teams to support and advise them on employee relations matters including disciplinary, grievance, absence management, employment legislation and a number of other matters.

A key part of the role will be providing effective advice and support to managers in relation to formal investigations and supporting them at hearings on both disciplinary and grievance matters.

It is also essential that the successful candidate can develop strong relationships with Trade Unions and staff representatives and work in partnership with them on the management of individual cases and in relevant consultation forums.

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will possess Level 5 (CHECK) CIPD qualification or equivalent along with significant HR experience of supporting managers and staff with a range of general HR issues and the ability to interpret and advise on a number of policies and procedures as well as complex terms and conditions.

In addition, they must be able to demonstrate:

• effective verbal and written communication and influencing skills •    good organisational skills including time management •    effective negotiation skills  •    the ability to communicate complex and sensitive information •    flexibility •    Ability to work to tight deadlines •    Attention to detail

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please ensure you have read the full Job Description and Person Specification before applying for this role.

The Trust reserves the right to close this vacancy early if a large number of applications are received.