HR Advisor

Job Description

HR Advisor – Southampton

Location: Southampton, SO14 – 1 day in the office (Thursday for Team anchor day).

Salary: £19.32 per hour.

Full Time – Monday to Friday – 37 hours.

Contract: Initial 3 month contract – possibly beyond.

• Managing the full spectrum of ER cases including disciplinaries, grievances, absence, flexible working and performance-related matters.
• Provide expert advice to the line managers on best practise, policy and procedures via telephone and email.
• To produce accurate HR casework documentation – reviewing ER correspondence/documentation and supporting hearings and meetings.

Purpose of the Role

• Provide timely and effective HR and Organisational Development (OD) advice and support to HR Business Partners and management teams across the organisation.
• Support the delivery of the Workforce Strategy by developing workforce capability and capacity, promoting employee engagement, and ensuring effective employee relations practices.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of modern, sustainable HR policies and practices that support organisational objectives and strengthen employer reputation.

Key Responsibilities

HR Advisory & Employee Relations

• Provide first-line professional HR advice and support to managers, ensuring workforce changes and working practices are implemented in line with organisational policies and procedures.
• Deliver first-level support on employee relations matters, offering guidance on policy interpretation, case management, and procedural compliance.
• Advise managers on all aspects of HR and OD policy and practice, supporting the achievement of workforce and organisational objectives.
• Diagnose HR and organisational issues, identify risks, and implement appropriate solutions to prevent recurrence or escalation.
• Maintain accurate, objective, and confidential records of HR activities, interventions, and casework.

Organisational Development & Workforce Planning

• Support HR Business Partners in delivering HR and OD initiatives that enhance employee engagement, organisational effectiveness, and performance outcomes.
• Contribute to workforce planning activities by analysing workforce information, identifying capability needs, and supporting productivity improvements.
• Assist in identifying and addressing learning, training, and development requirements across the workforce.
• Support organisational development projects and initiatives aimed at improving workplace culture, employee experience, and organisational performance.

Stakeholder Management & Collaboration

• Work closely with management teams to ensure HR processes are delivered efficiently, effectively, and in accordance with agreed policies and procedures.
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with employee representatives and trade unions, supporting constructive dialogue and effective resolution of workplace issues.
• Collaborate with administrative colleagues to ensure the timely provision of accurate HR information, guidance, and support to managers and employees.

Policy Development & Service Improvement

• Research, review, and contribute to the development of HR policies and procedures to ensure compliance with organisational and legislative requirements.
• Support continuous improvement activities and projects designed to enhance HR service delivery and strengthen organisational effectiveness.
• Contribute to initiatives that promote the organisation as an employer of choice and a great place to work.

Key Areas of Expertise

• Employee Relations
• HR Policy and Procedure
• Organisational Development
• Workforce Planning
• Learning and Development
• Stakeholder Management
• Change Management
• Performance Improvement
• Trade Union Relations
• HR Project Support
• Employment Legislation Compliance

Recruitment is done in line with safe recruitment practices 4Recruitment Services is an equal opportunities employer.

To discuss this vacancy or other vacancies in your area please contact Liam Heddle on liamh@4recruitmentservices.com