HR Officer

HR Advisor (12-Month Contract) – Public Sector

Bolton based | Hybrid Working£16.43 – £21.65 per hour37 hours per week

We are currently recruiting for an experienced HR Advisor to join a busy and well-established local authority HR team on an initial 12-month contract.

This is an excellent opportunity for a confident HR professional to step into a fast-paced, operational environment, supporting managers across a wide range of employee relations matters.

About the Role

You will be part of the operational HR function, working closely with HR Managers to provide a high-quality advisory service across the organisation.

This is a business-as-usual role, focused on delivering core HR support rather than project-based work.

Key Responsibilities

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• Managing end-to-end employee relations casework, including:\n
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  • Disciplinary
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  • Grievance
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  • Sickness absence
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  • Capability
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• Providing clear, practical HR advice to managers in line with employment law and policy
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• Supporting managers through formal hearings and presenting at panels
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• Advising on organisational change, restructures, and consultations where requiredCAREER GRADE HR OFFICER 2012 JDPS
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• Building effective working relationships across departments and with key stakeholders
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• Contributing to the ongoing development of HR policies and proceduresCAREER GRADE HR OFFICER 2012 JDPS
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About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

Essential:

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• Proven experience at HR Advisor level
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• Strong background in managing complex ER casework from start to finish
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• CIPD Level 5 (minimum)
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• Ability to work confidently in a policy-driven, fast-paced environment
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Desirable:

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• Experience within a local authority or public sector setting
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Additional Information

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• Full-time office attendance is required for the first month, followed by hybrid working
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• Clear and structured experience is essential – candidates must be able to demonstrate a consistent and logical career history
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• Immediate requirement due to an internal promotion
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Why Apply?

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• Opportunity to gain or build on local government HR experience
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• Join a supportive and experienced HR team
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• Immediate start with a stable 12-month contract
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• Hands-on role with real responsibility and impact
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If you’re a proactive HR Advisor looking for your next contract opportunity, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now to be considered.