HR Advisor

HR Advisors (POD Specialist)
Hybrid - Forfar (with travel across Angus area)
Temporary - 1 post until March 2026, 1 post until August 2026
£22.36 per hour | Full-time, 36.25 hrs per week | Monday to Friday

Our public sector client is seeking two experienced HR Advisors to join their People & OD team on a temporary basis. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in supporting managers and employees across the organisation.

Main Purpose of the Role:
To deliver a comprehensive HR advisory service, providing professional support, guidance, and expertise on all HR matters, in line with employment legislation, organisational policies, and best practice.

Key Responsibilities:

• Advise and support managers and employees on HR policies, procedures, and conditions of service (local and national)
• Provide case management support, including investigations, hearings, and complex employee relations matters
• Partner with managers to address issues such as absence, conduct, performance, and grievance cases
• Contribute to the delivery of organisational development, resourcing, talent management, and employee experience initiatives
• Ensure compliance with employment law, codes of practice, and internal policies
• Promote best practice, positive employee relations, and organisational effectiveness

Essential Skills & Experience:

• CIPD Level 7 Advanced Diploma (or equivalent) and Chartered CIPD Membership
• Strong, up-to-date knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice
• Proven experience as a generalist HR professional, supporting managers on complex HR cases
• Experience across multiple HR functions (e.g. OD, employee relations, resourcing, talent management)
• Proficiency in HR systems and digital tools, with strong MS Office skills
• Excellent communication, relationship-building, and internal consultancy skills
• Strong problem-solving ability with resilience in handling conflict and sensitive situations
• High standards of integrity, professionalism, and adaptability
• Effective organisational and time management skills
• Full driving licence and access to a vehicle, with willingness to travel across sites

If this sounds like the next challenge you are looking for to further your HR career, apply now with your up-to-date CV.