HR Advisor

Posted 07 August 2025
Salary 31.37
LocationNewport PO30 United Kingdom
Job type Contract
Sector Human Resources
ReferenceOR11084

Job description

2 months contract with a local authority (possibility of extension)

Job Purpose
  • An opportunity has arisen within our Human Resources team to support the delivery of an effective and efficient HR Advisory Service. We are looking for an individual who will be able to step in and pick up case work swiftly and effectively. Experience within a public sector environment, preferably with knowledge of Adult Social Care, is desirable.

Key Duties/Accountabilities
  • Advise and guide Adult Social Care and other Council Services on HR related issues.
  • Professionally support on case work including disciplinary, capability, sickness absence, and grievance issues.
  • Carry own case load of formal cases.
  • Design and deliver policy-related training.
  • Ensure HR related policies, procedures, guidance notes, and intranet pages are maintained and easily accessible to enable managers.
Essential Experience Required
  • Proven experience in a generalist HR advisory role, ideally within a public sector or education setting.
  • Experience of handling complex casework with minimal supervision.
Essential Qualification Required
  • CIPD Level 7 qualification (Chartered Membership or above).
  • Evidence of Continuous Professional Development (CPD) in relevant HR fields.
Additional information
  • Working hours: 25 hours per week.
  • Initial 2 months contract, potential to be extended to 6 months.
  • Location: County Hall, High Street, Newport, Isle of Wight, PO30 1UD, United Kingdom.
  • The role closes on 13th August 2025, please apply ASAP.


Requirements

Requirements
  • Proven experience in a generalist HR advisory role, ideally within a public sector or education setting.
  • Experience of handling complex casework with minimal supervision.
  • CIPD Level 7 qualification (Chartered Membership or above).
  • Evidence of Continuous Professional Development (CPD) in relevant HR fields.