Senior HR Advisor

Suffolk Source: WhatJobs

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Overview

In this role you will lead the Day-to-day HR function, managing the full employment lifecycle to support Suffolk Refugee Support's mission. You will provide confident, well-evidenced advice on employee relations to the Management Team and ensure legal and safeguarding obligations are met. This is a hands-on, generalist position with a focus on building strong policies and trusted relationships across the organisation. You will contribute to a mission-driven culture while handling sensitive HR matters with discretion.

Pay / Benefits

competitive salary
contributory pension up to 6%
25 days annual leave pro rata plus public holidays pro rata
permanent contract with probation
supportive, mission-driven environment

Responsibilities

Lead the day-to-day people function
Oversee full employment lifecycle from recruitment to exit
Provide expert advice on employee relations to the Management Team
Draft, review and implement HR policies and procedures
Manage safeguarding-related obligations and safe recruitment practices
Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion

Key requirements

CIPD Associate membership with Level 5 Associate Diploma in People Management or equivalent degree-level HR qualification
hands-on experience with employee relations casework (grievance, disciplinary, capability, sickness absence)
generalist HR experience across recruitment through exit
solid knowledge of UK employment law and translating it to practical guidance
experience drafting and implementing HR policies and procedures
experience line managing staff and coaching managers through difficult matters
understanding of safeguarding obligations and safe recruitment
data protection understanding in HR records and processes