HR Adviser

Anderson Knight are recruiting a HR Adviser for a 12 month fixed term contract, for our client based in Edinburgh. This is a full time position with hybrid working (50/50 split between office and home). Our client is also open to candidates who would prefer to work reduced hours on a 4 day week.

As an HR Advisor, you'll play a key role in supporting managers and employees by providing expert advice on a range of HR matters, from casework management to policy development. You'll be part of an innovative and supportive organisation committed to building strong, person-centered relationships and promoting wellbeing both within the team and the wider community.

Key Responsibilities:

• Actively manage HR casework, including disciplinary, grievance, performance, and absence issues, ensuring compliance with policies and sector standards.
• Provide guidance on organisational policies and procedures to employees at all levels, creating templates, guides, and letters as required.
• Assist with recruitment, pay and reward, and organisational change initiatives. Support HR administrators with complex queries, ensuring effective resolution.
• Support the administration of critical compliance activities, including employee checks, recruitment processes, and record management.
• Use HR information systems to generate reports and provide insights for HR and management decision-making.
• Lead and contribute to HR projects aimed at improving practices and processes across the organisation, addressing root causes of people-related issues.
• Assist in the implementation and communication of new or revised HR policies and procedures, including delivering training sessions to teams.
• Provide general support to ensure the efficient and professional delivery of the HR function.

What We’re Looking For:

You’ll bring your expertise in HR to a role that requires a proactive and empathetic approach. You should be comfortable managing casework, supporting colleagues with complex queries, and contributing to HR projects that improve organisational performance. Your ability to lead and work collaboratively will be key as you help deliver HR initiatives that align with the organisation’s values of wellbeing, inclusion, and person-centered approaches.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

• Skilled at developing supportive and collaborative relationships, with a focus on empowering people.
• Focus on individual strengths and resilience, encouraging personal contributions to the organisation’s success.
• Passionate about promoting wellbeing, fairness, and community inclusion, ensuring everyone has a voice and the opportunity to thrive.