People Adviser

Action for Children

4d • Remote

About The Position

Action for Children is seeking an experienced, proactive HR professional to provide advice and support to staff and managers. The role involves confidently handling complex employee relations matters using sound judgement and a clear understanding of employment law, policy and best practice. The People Adviser helps ensure employment practices contribute to a safe, inclusive and supportive environment. The position is permanent, full-time, 35 hours per week, and remote for a person based in the UK. Salary is £33,100 per annum.

Requirements

• CIPD professional qualification or relevant equivalent experience.
• Working knowledge of key employment law.
• Ability to build credibility by establishing and developing excellent relationships.
• Ability to select, analyse and interpret data.
• Ability to work collaboratively with stakeholders at all levels of the organisation.
• Proven presentation and communication skills.
• Demonstrable leadership skills to drive and support continuous organisational improvement.
• Demonstrable continued professional development.

Responsibilities

• Act as the first point of contact for staff and managers, providing timely, professional and practical advice and guidance on HR matters.
• Provide consistent, accurate and solution-focused advice on employee relations matters.
• Support managers in navigating people-related issues.
• Advise and guide on safeguarding-related employment matters.
• Maintain accurate, clear and concise case records.
• Use HR information systems and other relevant technology.
• Keep knowledge of policies, procedures and employment legislation up to date.
• Support incoming and outgoing transfers under TUPE.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across the organisation.
• Maintain confidentiality, particularly regarding sensitive HR data.
• Support the design and delivery of HR workshops across the organisation.

Benefits

• Over 7 weeks of paid leave, inclusive, pro rata, with the option to buy or sell leave.
• One wellbeing day per year.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Excellent training and the opportunity to undertake professional training for some roles.
• Flexible maternity, paternity and adoption packages.
• Up to 7% employer pension contribution.
• Life assurance cover.
• Blue Light Card eligibility with discounts at 15,000 national retailers.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed