People Advisor

The People Advisor will play a key role in supporting and delivering HR initiatives within the Media & Agency industry. Based in Salford, this role requires a skilled HR professional to manage employee relations and drive organisational goals.

Client Details

The employer is a medium-sized organisation within the Media & Agency industry, known for its commitment to excellence and its collaborative workplace culture. With a strong presence in Salford, the company is focused on fostering growth and innovation.

Description

Build effective relationships with managers and stakeholders, providing practical HR advice and support.

Assist in the delivery of people strategies and initiatives aligned with business objectives.

Support diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives, helping to foster an inclusive working environment.

Partner with specialist HR teams to deliver a seamless and high-quality people service.

Advise managers on HR policies, procedures, and best practices.

Support organisational change, restructures, and workforce planning activities.

Assist with the delivery of people-focused projects and continuous improvement initiatives.

Provide guidance on employee relations matters, including absence management, performance, capability, probation, flexible working, grievances, and workplace wellbeing.

Coordinate occupational health referrals and support managers with employee wellbeing matters.

Ensure compliance with employment legislation, company policies, and regulatory requirements.

Analyse and utilise people data and insights to support decision-making and identify trends.

Contribute to the review and improvement of HR processes, policies, and ways of working.

Keep up to date with employment law and HR best practice developments.

Profile

A successful People Advisor should have

Proven experience in a Human Resources role within the Media & Agency industry.

CIPD Level 5 qualified (or working towards) is desirable.

Previous experience in an HR Advisor role, with a desire to progress into a more strategic People Partnering position.

Strong HR generalist background, ideally gained within a fast-paced and evolving organisation.

Proven experience managing and resolving employee relations matters, providing practical and commercially focused solutions.

Sound knowledge of UK employment law and its application within a business environment.

Experience delivering a proactive, customer-focused HR service to managers and employees.

Ability to build effective relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels.

Experience supporting organisational change, business improvement initiatives, and people-focused projects.

Familiarity with working within a shared-service HR model and collaborating with specialist teams such as Recruitment, Learning & Development, Reward, and Employee Relations.

Strong communication, problem-solving, and organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

Job Offer

Competitive salary between £35,000 and £40,000 per annum.

Opportunities to work within a collaborative and innovative environment in Salford.

12 month fixed term contract with potential of extension up to 18 months.

Professional development and learning opportunities within the Media & Agency industry.

Comprehensive support for career progression.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced People Advisor FTC to make a meaningful impact in a reputable organisation. Apply now to take the next step in your HR career!