HR Advisor

Novax Recruitment

Posted 9 hours ago, valid for 25 days

Chichester, West Sussex PO19 1PX, England

£20 per hour

Full Time

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Sonic Summary

West Sussex County Council is looking for a proactive HR Advisor for a part-time position in Chichester, working 18.5 hours per week.
The role involves providing generalist HR advice on employee relations issues, including sickness absence, performance management, and recruitment.
The contract is temporary, covering maternity leave, and will last from May 19, 2025, until December 31, 2025.
Candidates should possess excellent interpersonal skills and be able to work independently, with the ability to escalate complex cases to senior HR colleagues.
The pay for this position is £20 per hour, and the role is classified as inside IR35.

Job Title: HR Advisor (Grade 9) - ChichesterLocation: County Hall, Chichester (Hybrid Working)

Part-Time: 18.5 hours per weekPay: £20 per hourContract: 19 May 2025 - 31 December 2025 (Maternity Cover)IR35 Status: Inside IR35

West Sussex County Council is seeking a proactive and experienced HR Advisor to join our Human Resources & Organisational Change team on a temporary basis to cover maternity leave. This is a fantastic opportunity to support vital HR functions in a dynamic, people-focused environment.

About the Role:

As an HR Advisor, you will work alongside HR Senior Business Partners and HR Business Partners to implement Directorate/Service People Plans. You'll be responsible for providing comprehensive generalist HR advice across key employee relations issues such as:

Sickness absence
Performance management
Grievance and disciplinary procedures
Bullying and harassment
Recruitment and onboarding

This role involves acting as a first point of contact for managers and employees for day-to-day HR queries, ensuring advice aligns with policy, employment law, and best practice.

What We're Looking For:

We're looking for someone with excellent interpersonal and communication skills who can deliver professional and commercially focused HR advice. You'll be confident working independently and collaboratively, with the ability to escalate more complex cases to senior HR colleagues where necessary.

Working Arrangements:

Hybrid working model: Mainly remote with monthly team meetings at County Hall
On-site visits: 2-3 days per week at local schools may be required

Additional Details:

Contract Length: Until 31 December 2025
Hours: 18.5 per week
Pay: £20 per hour
Role is Inside IR35

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