HR Advisor in Manchester

Equans are looking for a HR Advisor to join our team on an 8 month fixed term contract. This is a full‑time role working 37.5 hours per week. On offer is a competitive salary and benefits package. This is a hybrid role with an expectation to visit operational sites in and around London.

We are looking for an experienced HR Advisor to support our operational teams and hit the ground running! As a member of the HR Team, you will provide efficient dedicated first line support to the Mid and Front‑Line management population within HMCTS supporting all HR policy and practice such as disciplinary, grievance, absence & performance management. The post holder will be responsible for the provision of HR Advisor support for people matters to a national multisite contract of circa 1600 colleagues. Supporting the HRBP, this role will specifically cover specific regions and Support Functions circa 350 colleagues. You will support the regional management teams to deliver improvements in culture, change management, compliance and cost control to drive improved engagement and financial results.

What will you deliver?

• Advising and supporting line managers in all people processes to ensure best practice and enhance employee engagement.
• Coaching line managers to build capability and promote ownership for managing their people and embedding a leadership framework.
• Providing advice and support on grievance/disciplinary action including attendance at hearings as appropriate.
• Generating attendance management reports and highlighting areas of concern, agreeing plans to improve with line managers and supporting delivery.
• Monitoring the annual SuccessFactors cycle, acting as a super‑user and ensuring completion in a timely manner.
• Tracking offline appraisals for front line unconnected staff.
• Supporting the month end reporting process ensuring that data is collated, accurate and provided on time.
• Supporting the launch of new policies & processes, conducting workshops/training where appropriate.
• Advising line managers on employee engagement initiatives to ensure best practice and providing guidance on contract wide initiatives.
• Supporting TUPE In’s and TUPE Out’s and acting as initial contact.
• Supporting the annual salary reviews, acting as the champion.
• Compliance checking and review including clearances, adherence to governance and process controls and GDPR, escalating any issues to the HRBP.
• Coordinating the REMCO process as required.
• Supporting structural change and mobilisations on an ad hoc basis as required.
• Adhering to and promoting compliance with the EQUANS ethics policy.

What can we offer you?

• 24 days annual leave (+ public holidays).
• Life Cover equivalent to 1.5 times annual salary.
• Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• 2 corporate social responsibility days per year.
• Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalised support programmes.
• Attractive Employee Referral Rewards Scheme.
• Access to our growing employee networks including AccessAbility, Encompass, RISE, WOMEN TOGETHER, Working Parents, and Young Professionals.
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app.

Who are we looking for?

• Level 5 CIPD member would be an advantage.
• Working knowledge of TUPE/Contract mobilisation experience.
• Experience in an Operational HR Advisory role.
• Track record in HR generalist and change management roles.
• Working knowledge of UK employment legislation and best practice.
• Proven ability to work on own initiative and within a team.
• Strong ability to communicate in person, email and letter.
• Demonstrated practical approach to problem solving.
• Experience of gathering and presenting data.
• Have a valid UK Drivers licence and ability to drive to site.

Who are we?

Equans is a world leader in energy services with nearly 100,000 employees working in more than 50 countries, with an annual turnover of over 17 billion euros. In the UK & Ireland, Equans is a provider of technical, FM, regeneration and energy services – with specialist capabilities in smart buildings, green mobility, district & embedded energy and decentralised renewables. Equans’ 13,500 UK & Ireland employees combine these activities to help businesses, public sector organisations and government to embrace the energy transition towards net zero, and also the digital & industrial transitions that are redesigning the way we move, work and live.

What’s next?

If this role is of interest to you, please click below to register, apply, and track your progress! A member of our Resourcing Team will review your application and be in touch. As part of our commitment to better reflect the markets within which we operate, we encourage applications from women, ethnically diverse individuals and people with disabilities, along with all candidates who identify with protected characteristic groups under the Equality Act 2010. At Equans we’re committed to delivering a culture where everyone’s voice is heard and supported. We know the value a diverse workforce creates, delivering better results for our people, customers, and stakeholders. Diversity and inclusion is at the core of what we do; should you join Equans you’ll find a welcoming and open workplace where you’re supported and encouraged to be your true self at work.

For this role, you must have evidence of the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are not able to offer a re‑location package with this job role. Certain roles may require applicants to undergo a Disclosure check, as noted in the role requirements.