Senior Human Resources Advisor

Delighted to be supporting one of the UK's fastest-growing law firms in recruiting for a Senior HR Advisor to join their talented HR team, working at a firm with an inclusive culture where professional development is a priority.With hybrid working offered, you will typically be expected in the office for 2-3 days a week with limited travel to other offices, mainly in the West and South West of England e.g. Bristol and Taunton.Key responsibilities:Support HR in the provision of a comprehensive and effective HR service for the firm.Oversee employee relations, including complex conflict resolution and disciplinary/ grievance procedures.Demonstrate strong professional credibility and build on-going relationships as a trusted advisor with managers and leaders.Drive core people processes such as ownership of parental leave, probation and performance reviews.Coach, challenge and influence managers, providing advice and recommendations on all people related issues.Work closely with the People and Reward Manager and HR Business Partners to ensure clear communication, alignment and consistency of approach.Deal with first and second level queries from employees regarding general HR and benefits by phone, email and in person.Absence monitoring and contact and liaison with employees on sick leave including arranging meetings and OH referrals.Produce reports and management information from the HR Management System and other sources.Prepare correspondence on general HR matters such as exit interviews, return to work meetings, performance meetings.Ensure compliance with employment legislation and company policies.Participate in the continuous improvement of HR processes and procedures.Ad hoc project support.Experience Sought:Proven and significant experience of Advisor level work ideally within a confidential professional services environment.CIPD level 5 /degree in Human Resources Management or a related field.Strong knowledge of UK employment legislation and HR best practices.A solution-focused approach to conflict resolution.Proficiency in HR management systems.A proactive approach to employee engagement and wellbeing.Proven ability to plan and implement projects/initiatives.Analytical skills: to quickly evaluate data/situations and reach conclusions.Excellent relationship building and influencing skills.Ability to work with appropriate attention to detail and high standards, whilst still working at pace.Experience of working in a fast-paced, professional services or legal organisation would be highly desirable.If you feel this role could be of interest to you, please don't hesitate to apply.*Applications from those from diverse backgrounds strongly encouraged **£500 cash incentive for a successful referral*