Contract Adviser in St. Helens

Job Description As a People Advisor on a 12-month fixed-term contract, you'll play a key role in supporting HR processes and helping the organisation run smoothly. Managing a diverse portfolio of employee relations cases, providing timely and expert advice to managers and employees on a range of people matters. Supporting performance management activities, including capability processes, development planning, and the effective use of people data and HR systems. Leading attendance management processes, including absence monitoring, return-to-work discussions, and the management of long-term sickness cases. Providing clear and practical guidance on HR policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with employment legislation and best practice. Building strong and effective relationships with managers, acting as a trusted advisor on people-related matters and supporting informed decision-making. Collaborating with Housing, Assets, and Corporate teams to deliver a consistent, high-quality HR service across the organisation. Supporting recruitment, retention, talent development, and apprenticeship initiatives to attract and develop a skilled workforce. Contributing to the delivery of the People Strategy, organisational change programmes, and wider corporate transformation initiatives. Identifying learning and development needs and facilitating access to appropriate training and development solutions. Maintaining accurate and confidential employee records, ensuring data integrity, compliance, and audit readiness. Driving value for money through streamlined processes, continuous improvement, and the effective use of HR systems and resources. A successful People Advisor should have: Proven experience in an HR/People Advisory position, providing guidance and support across a broad range of employee relations matters. Sound understanding of employment law and HR best practice, with the ability to apply this knowledge effectively in the workplace. Experience supporting managers with performance, attendance, conduct, and capability issues, ensuring fair and consistent outcomes. High attention to detail and experience maintaining accurate, confidential records in line with data protection and compliance requirements. Knowledge of apprenticeship programmes, talent development, and workforce planning initiatives would be beneficial. Strong IT skills, including experience using HR information systems and Microsoft Office applications. Demonstrates a commitment to health and safety, equality, diversity and inclusion, and continuous improvement in service delivery. 12-month fixed-term contract within the not-for-profit sector. ~ Hybrid working. As an inclusive recruiter we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and experiences. If you require any adjustments or accommodations during the recruitment process, we'll work with you to ensure you can perform at your best.