Reed
HR Advisor (12-Month Contract) – Public Sector
Bolton based | Hybrid Working
£16.43 – £21.65 per hour
37 hours per week
We are currently recruiting for an experienced HR Advisor to join a busy and well-established local authority HR team on an initial 12-month contract.
This is an excellent opportunity for a confident HR professional to step into a fast-paced, operational environment, supporting managers across a wide range of employee relations matters.
About the Role
You will be part of the operational HR function, working closely with HR Managers to provide a high-quality advisory service across the organisation.
This is a business-as-usual role, focused on delivering core HR support rather than project-based work.
Key Responsibilities
- Managing end-to-end employee relations casework, including:
- Disciplinary
- Grievance
- Sickness absence
- Capability
- Providing clear, practical HR advice to managers in line with employment law and policy
- Supporting managers through formal hearings and presenting at panels
- Advising on organisational change, restructures, and consultations where requiredCAREER GRADE HR OFFICER 2012 JDPS
- Building effective working relationships across departments and with key stakeholders
- Contributing to the ongoing development of HR policies and proceduresCAREER GRADE HR OFFICER 2012 JDPS
About You
To be successful in this role, you will have:
Essential:
- Proven experience at HR Advisor level
- Strong background in managing complex ER casework from start to finish
- CIPD Level 5 (minimum)
- Ability to work confidently in a policy-driven, fast-paced environment
Desirable:
- Experience within a local authority or public sector setting
Additional Information
- Full-time office attendance is required for the first month, followed by hybrid working
- Clear and structured experience is essential – candidates must be able to demonstrate a consistent and logical career history
- Immediate requirement due to an internal promotion
Why Apply?
- Opportunity to gain or build on local government HR experience
- Join a supportive and experienced HR team
- Immediate start with a stable 12-month contract
- Hands-on role with real responsibility and impact
If you’re a proactive HR Advisor looking for your next contract opportunity, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now to be considered.
To apply for this job please visit www.reed.co.uk.
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