HR Advisor (One year fixed-term contract and also open for internal secondment)

Join Our Team: HR Advisor at Estates Services (one year fixed term role and also open for internal secondment)

Are you an HR person looking for a new challenge? Do you thrive in an environment where every day brings new opportunities to make a difference? If so, we want you to join our HR team at Estates Services!

About Us:

Estates Services HR is at the forefront of providing exceptional support to our line managers and staff members. As the need for comprehensive HR services continues to grow, we're expanding our team and seeking a dedicated HR Advisor to help us deliver proactive and supportive solutions.

The Role:

As an HR Advisor, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping our service delivery, providing guidance to line managers and staff on a wide range of HR matters. From managing change and individual employee cases to overseeing recruitment processes and implementing new policies, your expertise will drive our department's success.

Some Key Responsibilities:

• Provide confident advice to line managers and staff, tailoring communication to the audience's needs.
• Assist managers in handling employee cases and managing change effectively.
• Advise on staffing requirements and oversee the recruitment process.
• Plan, update, and implement HR policies to support departmental needs.
• Communicate policy changes and updates to staff, ensuring compliance with University regulations.
• Prepare employment documentation and maintain accurate records.
• Manage key HR processes, including fixed-term contract management.
• Monitor absence and leave records, ensuring compliance with policies.
• Maintain oversight of payroll changes and ensure adherence to procedures.

What We Offer

As an employer, we value the well-being and development of all our employees. We offer a comprehensive range of benefits, including:

• Opportunity to make significant contributions to the HR Department
• Opportunity to work with a supportive team dedicated to excellence
• 30 days of annual leave (excluding public holidays)
• Hybrid working arrangements for a healthy work-life balance
• Extensive personal and professional development opportunities
• Supportive childcare services for working parents and guardians
• Generous family leave for pregnancy, adoption, paternity, and shared parental leave
• Excellent contributory pension scheme for your financial future
• Salary sacrifice scheme for additional savings
• Subsidised sports centre membership to promote well-being
• Cycle loan scheme to encourage sustainable commuting
• Discounted bus and transit travel

In addition, you will have access to a vibrant community with social groups and sports clubs, fostering an inclusive atmosphere.

Selection Criteria: Essential

• Experience in HR roles, with a focus on managing processes
• CIPD qualification or equivalent experience.
• Proficiency in HR information systems and report generation
• Strong communication and numerical skills
• Ability to build effective relationships and deliver exceptional customer service
• Willingness to engage in professional development
• Experience in employee case management

Selection Criteria: Desirable

• Previous HR experience in Oxford University or other higher education institutions
• Level 5 CIPD qualification

How to Apply:

To apply for this position, please submit the following documents as part of your online application:

• Covering letter/supporting statement
• Curriculum vitae (CV)
• Contact details of two referees (only contacted if you are successful)

Only applications received before 12 pm on Friday 10 May 2024.

Interviews will hold on Friday 17 May and Tuesday 21 May 2024.

Don't miss this chance to be part of our team!

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