Human Resources Advisor

About Us

With a wide range of roles available nationwide, you can find your perfect fit at Anchor. A company is nothing without the people in it, and we pride ourselves on our commitment to you, and with perks like our own employee assistance programme, wage advances with 'Wagestream', and a dedicated manager, we are industry leading employers.

With hundreds of accredited online training options through our own Anchor Academy, you will be given the opportunity to progress your career in a way that suits you.

Apply today and become part of Team Anchor, we are excited to be a part of your journey.

Job Description

Job Role: HR Advisor

Working Hours: Monday to Friday 9am – 5pm (35 hours per week)

Pay: £30,152 per annum

Location: Chester Business Park, CH4 9QE

Overview

Are you an experienced HR professional looking to take the next step in your career? Join Anchor Group Services as an HR Advisor and become an integral part of a dynamic and supportive HR team. Based at our Head Quarters in Chester Business Park, this is a fantastic opportunity for a CIPD Level-5 qualified HR professional to contribute your expertise in managing complex HR issues, including disciplinaries, grievances, performance management, and absence management.

In this role, you will be at the forefront of guiding and advising our managers and employees, ensuring smooth and compliant HR practices. You will be trusted with providing essential support on a wide range of HR matters and play a key part in driving our HR function forward.

Level-7 CIPD Funding / Professional Development - This is your chance to advance your career with ongoing professional development, including support and funding towards achieving a Level-7 CIPD Qualification. Providing you with the opportunity to achieve further qualifications, all while making a real impact in a fast-paced and evolving environment.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide expert advice and guidance to managers on statutory employment law, including disciplinaries, grievances, performance management, redundancies, and other complex employment matters.
• Lead and manage investigations and hearings for disciplinary, grievances, and performance-related cases, ensuring fair and consistent application of company policies and procedures.
• Support managers through the process of redundancy and redeployment, providing guidance on legal requirements and best practice.
• Provide advice and support on TUPE processes and ensure compliance with legal obligations during transitions.
• Advise managers and employees on the processes and entitlements for maternity, paternity, adoption, shared parental leave, and other family-related absences.
• Guide managers and employees through the contractual changes process.
• Lead on absence management, including long-term sickness and short-term absence, providing advice to managers on how to address issues fairly and appropriately.
• Produce accurate and engaging job descriptions, ensuring compliance with equal opportunities legislation.
• Provide advice and support to the Recruitment Assistant and hiring managers on the development of adverts and candidate selection to ensure fair effective, and compliant hiring practices.
• Advise on and support managers in the performance management process, including setting objectives, handling performance issues, and providing feedback.
• Maintain accurate and confidential employee records in line with data protection legislation.
• Liaise with external stakeholders, such as legal advisers or ACAS, where necessary.
  
  

Requirements

• Level 5 CIPD qualification or equivalent
• At least 3 years of experience in a similar HR Advisor or HR generalist role, with a strong focus on handling complex HR issues.
• In-depth knowledge of employment law, including managing disciplinaries, grievances, performance management, TUPE and redundancies.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to provide clear advice and recommendations to senior managers and staff.
• Proven experience in providing guidance on employee relations matters, with a sound understanding of company policies and procedures.
• Ability to manage sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritise and manage workload effectively.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook.
• A professional and approachable attitude, with the ability to build strong relationships with all levels of the organisation.
• Flexible and proactive approach to HR issues and challenges.
• Ability to remain calm and objective under pressure and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to accurately record and track HR data.
  
  

Benefits

• Auto Enrolment Pension
• Wagestream – access to pay as you earn it
• Cycle to Work Scheme Available
• Free Employee Assistance Programme 24/7 including access to counselling
• Hospital Saturday Fund
• Reward and Recognition awards
  
  

What’s Next?

If you would like to be considered for this position, APPLY NOW and we will be in touch.

Other companies may call this role: HR Officer, HR Business Partner, HR Specialist, Employee Relations Advisor, or People Advisor

Within commuting distance of: Chester, Wrexham, Ellesmere Port, Broughton, Mold, Deeside, Connah’s Quay, Flint, Holywell, Wirral, Liverpool, Runcorn, Warrington, Northwich and Frodsham.

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