HR Advisor in Winnersh, Wokingham

Full job description

We are recruiting for a HR Advisor for a leading IT service provider in Winnersh on a short term contract. This is a hybrid role.

Position Summary

This role combines operational HR administration with HR business partnering responsibilities, providing end-to-end support to employees and managers while ensuring efficient HR processes and compliance with company policies.

The ideal candidate will be a flexible, service-oriented HR professional who enjoys working in a dynamic environment and can effectively balance administrative tasks with strategic HR support.

Key Responsibilities

HR Administration

• Manage employee lifecycle processes, including onboarding, transfers, promotions, changes, and offboarding.
• Experience working with third-party benefits providers, ideally Benefex
• Maintain accurate employee records and HR systems (Workday), ensuring data integrity and confidentiality.
• Prepare HR documentation, including employment contracts, amendments, certificates, and other employee-related letters.
• Support payroll processes by coordinating employee data changes and ensuring timely submissions.
• Assist with benefits administration and employee queries.
• Ensure compliance with local labor laws, company policies, and HR procedures.
• Generate HR reports and support audits when required.

HR Business Partnering

• Act as the first point of contact for employees and managers on HR-related matters.
• Provide guidance on HR policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Support managers with recruitment activities, including job requisition management, interview coordination, and onboarding.
• Assist in employee relations matters, escalating complex cases when appropriate.
• Contribute to performance management, talent management, and employee engagement initiatives.
• Experience working with trade unions and attending JNC meetings
• Support organizational changes and workforce planning activities.

Required Qualifications

• CIPD Level 5 qualification would also be desirable
• Previous experience in HR Administration, HR Generalist, or HR Business Partner roles.
• Good understanding of employment legislation and HR best practices.
• Experience working with HRIS systems (Workday experience is mandatory).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
• Strong organizational and administrative skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.

Key Competencies

• Strong customer and employee orientation.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Teamwork and collaboration.
• Adaptability and flexibility in a changing environment.
• Ability to work independently and proactively.

This is an umbrella contract, the role is Inside IR35.