Senior HR Advisor

Job title: Senior HR Advisor
Location: London
Contract: Full time, permanent.
Days/Hours: Monday to Friday, 9.30am to 5:30pm with 1 hour for lunch
Reports to: Chief People Officer

We are looking for an experienced Senior HR Advisor to join our team.

General Overview:
As a Senior HR Advisor, you will be a key partner in shaping and executing the HR strategy in collaboration with the Chief People Officer. Your role involves providing expert guidance on a wide range of HR matters, ensuring that HR operations are aligned with business goals. You will handle complex HR issues, lead senior-level HR initiatives, and play a crucial role in fostering an inclusive and high-performing organisational culture.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Strategic HR Planning and Implementation
   Collaborate with the Chief People Officer to develop and drive HR strategies that align with the company's objectives and vision.
   Lead workforce planning efforts to ensure both current and future staffing needs are met with a strategic focus.
   Refine and optimise HR policies and procedures to improve efficiency, effectiveness, and compliance.
2. Recruitment and Talent Management
   Oversee the full-cycle recruitment process, ensuring the organisation attracts, hires, and retains high-calibre talent.
   Design and implement talent management strategies, including succession planning and career development frameworks.
   Provide expert input on senior-level recruitment and hiring decisions.
3. Employee Relations and Engagement
   Serve as the primary contact for complex employee relations matters, advising managers on conflict resolution, grievances, and disciplinary processes.
   Drive employee engagement programs that enhance workplace morale and promote well-being.
4. Performance Management and Development
   Oversee performance management systems to ensure alignment with business objectives.
   Guide managers on setting performance goals, conducting reviews, and addressing underperformance effectively.
   Identify organisational training needs and implement targeted learning and development programs.
5. Compliance and Risk Management
   Ensure all HR policies and practices comply with UK employment law, regulations, and HR best practices.
   Conduct regular HR audits to identify risks and maintain legal and ethical standards in all HR operations.
   Oversee the management of employee records, ensuring confidentiality and adherence to data protection laws.
6. Advisory and Support
   Provide expert HR advice to senior management on complex issues such as organisational restructures, redundancies, and change management.
   Partner with department heads to support HR initiatives and resolve HR-related challenges.
   Mentor and develop HR Officers, enhancing their skills and fostering professional growth.
7. Policy Development and Implementation
   Lead the development and regular review of HR policies to ensure alignment with organisational goals and legal requirements.
   Ensure policies remain up-to-date with evolving legislation and industry standards.

Requirements and Skills:

1. Experience:
   Minimum of 4-5 years of progressive HR experience, with at least 2 years in an advisory capacity.
2. Education:
   Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
   CIPD Level 5 or above is essential.
3. Skills:
   Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practices.
   Strategic thinker with the ability to align HR functions with business goals.
   Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, capable of building strong relationships across all levels of the organisation.
   Proven ability to handle complex employee relations matters and provide sound, balanced advice.
   Leadership skills with a demonstrated ability to mentor and develop junior HR team members.
   Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a high standard of work.