Human Resources Advisor

Contract - Permanent

Hours - Full time (37.5 hours per week)

Salary - £35,926 pa

Purpose of the Role

This role will work collaboratively with the wider HR team to support our people and contribute effectively to the roll out of the strategic HR and talent development plan. The role will be responsible for supporting employees and line managers across the organisation as well as leading on the development of HR initiatives and programmes of work.

• Work closely with the HR Business Partners and key stakeholders to support them in building high performing, engaged teams through effective people processes.
• Provide professional advice to line managers on all areas of employment relations, including disciplinary, grievance, absence management, flexible working and performance management.
• Using up to date knowledge of employment legislation and best practice HR (escalating more complex cases to the HR Business Partners).
• Provide guidance and support to employees and Line Managers on current and new HR policies, systems and processes.
• Deliver and apply qualitative and quantitative people data to inform strategic and operational decisions.
• Undertake HR project work where required.
• Provide support and/or additional resource to the wider HR team, including the Recruitment Lead, Learning & Development Partner and HR Coordinator where appropriate.
• Manage Occupational Health referrals where appropriate.
• Proactively recommend process improvement and policy updates as necessary.
• Oversee the DSE / H&S referrals for employees.
• Administer and coordinate the Job Matching process, to include organising meetings, collating and circulating paperwork and following up decisions.
• Conduct exit interviews for leavers, reporting and identifying any trends or escalating issues to the HR Business Partner as necessary.

Experience

• CIPD accreditation level 5 or equivalent.
• Strong employment law knowledge.
• Proven experience in managing employee relations caseworks, including performance management, absence management, disciplinary and grievance.
• Experience of supporting HR programmes and initiatives (e.g. performance management processes, compensation planning, restructures, conflict resolution).

Skills

• A self-starter, able to demonstrate high levels of initiative and motivation.
• Strong business orientation and alignment with company values.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate confidently and build effective relationships.
• Team player with good relationship building skills; enjoys working in a collaborative manner in an open, honest, and diverse environment.
• Sound judgement and problem-solving skills.
• Proven ability to deal with confidential matters and with discretion.
• Be able to produce and analyse data, spot trends and make recommendations for process improvement.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• High level of IT literacy.

About Innovate UK Business Connect

We connect ideas, people, and communities to drive innovation that changes lives. Innovation is complex. The journey from idea to market is not straightforward and requires a diverse range of know-how, investment, market knowledge and research. Innovate UK Business Connect exists to connect innovators with new partners and new opportunities beyond their existing thinking - accelerating ambitious ideas into real-world solutions.

The future holds both challenges and opportunities. We are passionate about working with innovative businesses to overcome these challenges and shape the opportunities and solutions that follow. Our vision is to create a network of innovators so powerful its ideas will change the world. While business is at the heart of our work, our diverse connections span government, funders, research and the third sector. This unrivalled overview and connectivity enable us to be a trusted guide through a complex global landscape of research, development, and innovation.

This role is Grade 5 with a salary of £35,926 pa, 28 days annual leave plus 10.5 bank and public holidays, Enhanced Pension Plan, Life Assurance, Employee Assistance Programme, Opportunities for continuous professional development as part of our Talent & Development Programme.

This advert will close on Friday 11th July. First stage interviews to be held w/c 21st July. Second stage interviews to be held w/c 28th July. Please apply by submitting a tailored cover letter outlining your suitability with specifics relating to the requirements of the role, and your CV outlining your experience.

Applicants must have the existing right to work in the UK without restrictions as sponsorship for visas is not provided. Unfortunately, owing to the high number of applications received, we can only provide feedback to applicants selected for interview.

The role is based in Harwell, Oxfordshire and the postholder will need to be in the office at least one day per week, currently Wednesday. This role requires employees to complete an online Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS).

Should you wish to discuss this opportunity further, please contact the Recruitment Team by email to recruitment@iukbc.org.uk.

Innovate UK Business Connect strives to be a diverse and inclusive place where we can all be ourselves. We welcome everyone to apply, especially those individuals who are underrepresented in the industry: people of colour, LGBTQ+ community, women, disabled people, people of any age or family status. We know that diversity makes us stronger and we strive to create a working environment that is inclusive, and ensures everyone can be heard and valued for their contributions.

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, nationality, ethnic origin, religion or belief, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital or family status, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected status. We are committed to removing barriers for individuals with conditions, illnesses or disabilities and we will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable adjustments to participate in the job application or interview process, and in their future role. If you would like to request any reasonable adjustment, for any part of the recruitment process (including application), please let us know by emailing recruitment@iukbc.org.uk.