HR Advisor

We are looking for an interim HR ADVISOR to join the HR team on a part-time basis reporting directly to the HRBP.  This position would suit an HR professional looking for 3 days per week (a mixture of both hybrid and onsite) in a stimulating, ER based role.

You would be picking up ad hoc work from the HR leadership team and the departmental managers and be on hand to support ER issues, grievances and disciplinaries and provide general HR guidance, notably on UK employment related issues.  This role is initially for 3-4 months and we are looking for an immediate start.

Job Purpose
Support the HRBP in the development and implementation of key HR activities including employee relations, recruiting, training and development processes in Sales & Marketing North Region. Ensure quality and efficiency, focused on creating value and improving the employee experience from hire to retire in line with company vision and strategy.
 

Responsibilities:
•       In line with budget and long term plans, guarantee effective and efficient hiring process, being responsible for the whole recruitment process for all UK entities and supporting managers through the process (advertising, screening candidates, scheduling interviews, providing input on candidates and conducting candidate assessments, candidate communication, etc).
•       Proactively provide ideas and implement activities to sustain our Employer Branding position and  company reputation, also leveraging social networking presence, e.g. LinkedIn, Facebook, etc.,  in cooperation with Marketing and PR & Communication departments.
•       Support managers in defining the right job profiles in line with regional business context and in the creation of the job requisition in the system.
•       Manage all internal and external audits for recruitment matters.
•       Support the onboarding process and further develop ideas to increase effectiveness and improve the employee experience.
•       Use and maintain quality data into HRIS systems.
•       Update and communicate relevant recruitment KPIs.
•       Act as go-to support for managers and employees in employee relations activities and manage caseloads across the UK. This could include coaching conversations and advice, investigations, disciplinaries, grievance hearings and more.
•       Implement, follow up, assess and optimise new and existing HR policies and processes.
•       Own the HR internal and external audit process together with People Solutions team to ensure compliance to processes and documentation as required.
 

Required Capabilities
•       UK employment law knowledge
•       Good HR generalist experience
•       Reliable person with very good communication skills – both written and spoken
•       Customer oriented approach; efficient service level.
•       Ability to perform under pressure and with demanding deadlines; ability to manage multiple priorities.
•       Work ethics and demonstration of Bridgestone Essence and behaviours (courage, agility, ownership)
•       Curiosity
•       IT and Digital tools literacy (including excel)
•       Ability to work in a matrix organization
•       Collaboration and teamwork
•       Ability to build relationships across all levels in the organization
 

Experience
•       3-5 years minimum experience in similar roles within multinational companies
•       Experience in an international environment
•       Exposure to leading HR practices and modern People and Culture function priorities
 

The organisation offers you a competitive salary and other attractive benefits such as:
o       25 days holiday + Bank holidays
o       Wellbeing day – A day off from work to enjoy
o       Staff discount scheme