Human Resources Consultant

National HR ConsultantSalary: Circa £35k

Hours: Full or Part Time hours considered

We are expanding our HR operational support to SMEs and have an exciting opportunity to take on another member for our team to enable us to offer both expert advice and comprehensive support to our valued clients.

We are a professional and high-quality human resources consultancy that provides outsourced operational support to SMEs, across all industries and sectors.

If you just want a job to pay the bills, this job is not for you. If you are not a team player who does not get excited about delivering for a company and its clients, converting potential leads into paying clients, this job is not for you. If you do not want to work hard, roll up your sleeves or get job satisfaction and exposure to a wide range of HR issues – then this job is not for you!

Have we put you off yet? If not – keep on reading!

We pride ourselves as a friendly and supportive employer, allowing you to enjoy a fulfilling career, release your potential and maximise your impact. Our strapline for clients is, “Happy People - Healthy Business” and that’s exactly how we feel about our own staff!

We continuously strive to provide outstanding customer service, and build long-lasting professional relationships, which are at the heart of all that we do. Career development and progression are avidly supported as well as promoting the latest practices and sponsoring additional training.

Our client base is varied and includes areas from Scotland to Plymouth, we also provide advice for employers who have international employees. The beauty of our business model means we can provide all of this support from the comfort and convenience of your home.

We are looking for an experienced and confident HR Consultant that can it the ground running . You will have a positive outlook and professional manner, to demonstrate the necessary skills, experience, confidence and ability to guide our clients on key human resources processes across the wide spectrum of generalist ER from sickness, discipline and grievance, redundancies, change, TUPE, contracts and handbooks. Knowledge of Settlement Agreements is desirable, but not essential.

You will be a natural project manager who can self-manage and prioritise. You will be able to work under pressure and to tight deadlines being flexible in your approach. You will be inquisitive, driven and an excellent communicator, you will need to instil confidence and demonstrate gravitas immediately, identifying appropriately risk-assessed solutions for client challenges and provide exceptionally high standards of customer service.

In addition, we would expect you to contribute to our sales and marketing strategies and campaigns and be happy to get involved in other projects and administration where required.

You will already have experience with consultancy for SMEs. Experience with healthcare providers would also be advantageous. Ideally you will possess relevant experience across a range of sectors and industries – but having the right attitude and behaviours, demonstrating gravitas and understanding the law and its practical application is more important to us than the wider experience.

You should be qualified to a Level 7 or be near to completing your CIPD human resources qualification, or you will have sufficient training/experience evidenced in human resources practice.

Occasional travel may be required where you are responsible for delivering services on client sites. You will therefore need a full driving licence and your own vehicle. If you meet the above requirements and are looking for a role which offers challenge and opportunity in equal measure, we would love to hear from you!

What you can expect

• A unique and exciting opportunity to join an expert human resources team.
• A flourishing environment where you will be supported and encouraged to work autonomously.
• Your own caseload and client accounts.
• Significant levels of support from the Head of HR / Managing Director.
• Onboarding and training in our systems and processes.
• Home-working with occasional travel to fit in with your diary.
• Benefits package including a pension, health cash plan, Christmas discretionary leave, accommodation of school hours for busy parents and flexible working so that you can be with your family when you need to be.
• The opportunity to get exposure to consultancy projects as the company grows.
• Discretionary bonus scheme based on company performance.
• Salary sacrifice car scheme or car allowance scheme once passed probation.

Are we asking for the moon on a stick? Yes, we are, because as a small team, finding the right person is so important to us – we can teach you the bits where you may have gaps in your knowledge.

This post is subject to pre-employment checks. To contribute to our exciting future and become part of our team, apply now by uploading a CV and short covering letter telling us why you would be the best person for this role.

For an informal chat about the role please contact 03333 660567 to schedule a call with the Managing Director. We reserve the right to close the advert where we have received a significant number of applications.