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!