HR Advisor – Employee Relations Specialist

Location: Walsall

Salary: £23 per hour

Contract Type: 6 month contract

Working Pattern: Full Time / Hybrid with occasional travel around Walsall area

Recruiting on behalf of: Local Authority

Are you a confident HR professional with a passion for employee relations and a knack for guiding managers through complex cases? Our client, a forward-thinking local authority, is seeking an experienced HR Advisor to join their dynamic team and play a pivotal role in shaping a high-performing, inclusive workplace.

Key Responsibilities

Provide expert HR advice on complex queries, ensuring compliance with employment law, policies, and business needs
Lead case management for disciplinary, grievance, performance, and absence matters using a coaching and influencing approach
Support managers with recruitment, restructuring, redeployment, and employment change initiatives
Advise on ill-health retirement, redeployment, and disability-related matters under the Equality Act
Participate in investigations, hearings, and appeals, including Employment Tribunal preparation
Deliver guidance across a wide range of employment policies including TUPE, flexible working, and organisational change
Contribute to HR system redesigns and digital tool development to enhance manager self-service
Coach and develop line managers through workshops and one-to-one support
Maintain accurate records in One Source and other HR databases

What You’ll Bring

Behaviours (High Importance):

Professionalism: Embrace innovation and challenge barriers to service delivery
Leadership: Communicate clearly, lead by example, and adapt positively to change
Accountability: Own your performance and promote diversity and equality
Transparency: Collaborate effectively and share knowledge
Ethical Integrity: Build trust through openness and respect

Skills & Abilities:

Strong organisational and prioritisation skills
Ability to work under pressure and manage competing demands
Excellent verbal and written communication across all levels
Independent decision-making and confident delivery of advice
Strong interpersonal and stakeholder engagement skills
Commitment to high-quality HR service and customer care

Corporate Commitment

This role supports the Council’s strategic goals, safeguarding responsibilities, and commitment to diversity, equality, and continuous improvement. You’ll be part of a team that values integrity, innovation, and community impact.

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