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.