Senior HR Advisor in Somerset, Taunton

Key Purpose

To support the delivery of the Firms HR vision and strategy by providing effective administrative and operational support across a full range of human resources activities. The role will support Firm-wide objectives and act as a key point of contact for HR guidance and support. You will contribute to the delivery of HR initiatives and people-focused solutions that promote best practice and support operational effectiveness across the Firm. You are responsible for ensuring that our people receive the best possible employee experience to help them thrive throughout their career. To be an ambassador of the Firms values.

Key Objectives

• To understand the HR strategy and assist in the delivery of HR goals.
• Assist in the development of consistent work practices across the Firm.
• Assist the People Partner to deliver Firm initiatives.
• To act as a role model and encourage a positive culture around the Firms values.
• Maintain an awareness and knowledge of external HR developments and changes in legislation, providing suitable interpretation and documentation to key stakeholders across the Firm.
• Assist in the delivery of effective recruitment, welfare, and motivation of people in line with the Firms culture, values and strategy.
• Liaise with external HR resources and third-party providers.
• Facilitation of people development solutions to include onboarding, continuing professional development and industry qualifications.
• Maintain effective HR systems and records through the Firms HR system.
• Provide general HR administrative assistance where required.
• Compile accurate and timely communication to our people with employment lifecycle updates such as, but not limited to, changes in terms of contract, remuneration, flexible working etc.
• Build proactive working relationships to support all managers in the handling of employee issues including sickness absence, grievance and disciplinary matters whilst encouraging best practice.
• Provide informal liaison support for employees.
• To have a collaborative approach with your department and the rest of the Firm.

Key Skills & Competencies

• A high degree of personal motivation, organisational skills, and the ability to manage your own workload.
• The ability to multitask and meet deadlines when required.
• Effective delegation and time management.
• Strong communication and administrative skills with the ability to convey matters eloquently through letter, email, or telephone.
• The ability to communicate confidently, clearly, and effectively at all levels including ensuring the manager and/or partner is aware of any employee issues.
• Excellent attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy.
• The ability to work closely with other members of the team and management team.
• The ability to build excellent relationships with all colleagues through role model behaviour in line with the Firms culture and strategic objectives.
• Flexibility and approachability under pressure.
• You must be proactive, tenacious and always show initiative.
• A learning mind-set with the ability to deliver and receive feedback.
• A high level of professionalism to deliver service excellence.
• The passion and ability to quickly learn how to operate the Firms HR system.

Key Knowledge & Behaviours

• Good technical knowledge of employment legislation.
• Excellent communication skills.
• An aptitude for good situational awareness and sound judgement skills, being able to identify potential problems, areas of conflict and determine workable solutions.
• Effective influencing, persuading and negotiation skills.
• Planning and organisation.
• Self-motivation.
• Flexibility and adaptability.
• Familiarity with the Microsoft Office.
• Familiarity and an understanding of the relevant statutory compliance issues affecting the Firm including GDPR, Money Laundering and the Health and Safety at Work Act.
• Professional, personable, highly presentable and punctual.
• Full driving licence, plus unrestricted access to a car.

Qualifications Preferred: CIPD Foundation Certificate in HR Practice (Level 3 or above)