HR Advisor

This is an exciting opportunity for an HR Advisor to play a key role in supporting employees and managers within a not-for-profit organisation. Based in Manchester, the role focuses on providing expert HR advice and ensuring compliance with policies and procedures.

Client Details

The organisation is a well-established not-for-profit entity, known for delivering impactful services in its sector. Operating as a mid-sized organisation, it offers a structured environment with a focus on employee welfare and professional growth.

Description

• Provide expert HR advice and guidance to managers on employment law, company policies, procedures, and best practice across a broad range of employee relations matters.
• Manage and support complex employee relations cases, including disciplinary, grievance, absence management, performance, capability, and flexible working matters.
• Lead and support organisational change initiatives, including restructures, redundancy consultations, redeployment processes, and TUPE transfers.
• Partner with managers to build people management capability, coaching and developing them to effectively manage performance, attendance, employee engagement, and workplace conflict.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders across the organisation, delivering pragmatic and commercially focused HR solutions.
• Ensure the accurate maintenance of HR records, case management systems, and management information, producing reports and insights to support business decisions.
• Identify potential people-related risks, provide constructive challenge where appropriate, and recommend practical solutions to support informed decision-making.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of HR policies, processes, and service delivery, promoting best practice and operational excellence.
• Collaborate effectively with colleagues across the HR function, sharing knowledge and supporting wider departmental and organisational objectives.
• Promote compliance with Health & Safety requirements, company policies, and regulatory obligations, undertaking additional duties commensurate with the role as required.

Profile

• CIPD qualified, studying towards CIPD, or possess equivalent HR experience.
• Experience in a HR Advisor or generalist HR role with strong employee relations knowledge.
• Good understanding of employment law and HR best practice.
• Professional and confident when working with managers and stakeholders.
• Able to work independently, manage priorities and deliver practical HR solutions.
• Adaptable, resilient and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organisational and administrative abilities.
• Ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders effectively.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Experience managing multiple priorities and meeting deadlines.
• Confident coaching and supporting managers on people-related matters.
• Able to maintain confidentiality and produce accurate HR reports.

Job Offer

• Salary range: -29,000 - -33,000 per annum.
• Fixed-term contract with opportunities for professional growth.
• Generous holiday leave and a supportive work environment.
• Chance to contribute to impactful work within the not-for-profit sector.

If you''re passionate about Human Resources and based in Manchester, we encourage you to apply for this HR Advisor role today!