We are currently working in partnership with a Housing Association based in North Somerset, who are recruiting for a permanent HR Advisor. The position is due to start as soon as possible ( subject to notice). The role is part time 26 hours per week,£24,760 per annum (£35,236 per annum FTE) and offers flexible hybrid working and working hours.

The ideal candidate will have a proven track record effectively handling absence management and an ER caseload.

Duties will include (but are not limited to):

• Manage end-to-end absence cases, including short- and long-term sickness, ensuring compliance with policy and supporting return-to-work processes
• Handle a varied ER caseload, including disciplinary, grievance, performance, and conduct issues in line with employment law and company policy
• Advise and coach line managers on ER matters to build their confidence and capability in handling people issues effectively
• Prepare documentation for hearings and formal meetings, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and adherence to procedural requirements
• Support HR data reporting, identifying trends in absence and ER cases to inform proactive interventions
• Promote early intervention and resolution, encouraging informal resolution of issues where appropriate to minimise risk and maintain positive employee relations

Skills, knowledge and expertise required:

• Absence management
• Employee Relations

Rewards and Benefits:

• Hybrid working
• Flexible working days and times
• Work anniversary off as leave
• Enhanced pension
• L&D Opportunities

Working hours:

• 26 hours per week

Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role.

James Andrews is acting as an employment agency and business in relation to this role.

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