Hr Advisor - Opus People Solutions : Job Details

HR Advisor – Employee Relations Specialist

Location: Walsall

Salary: £23 per hour

Contract Type: 6 month contract

Working Pattern: Full Time / Hybrid with occasional travel around Walsall area

Recruiting on behalf of: Local Authority

Are you a confident HR professional with a passion for employee relations and a knack for guiding managers through complex cases? Our client, a forward-thinking local authority, is seeking an experienced HR Advisor to join their dynamic team and play a pivotal role in shaping a high-performing, inclusive workplace.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide expert HR advice on complex queries, ensuring compliance with employment law, policies, and business needs
• Lead case management for disciplinary, grievance, performance, and absence matters using a coaching and influencing approach
• Support managers with recruitment, restructuring, redeployment, and employment change initiatives
• Advise on ill-health retirement, redeployment, and disability-related matters under the Equality Act
• Participate in investigations, hearings, and appeals, including Employment Tribunal preparation
• Deliver guidance across a wide range of employment policies including TUPE, flexible working, and organisational change
• Contribute to HR system redesigns and digital tool development to enhance manager self-service
• Coach and develop line managers through workshops and one-to-one support
• Maintain accurate records in One Source and other HR databases

What You’ll Bring

Behaviours (High Importance):

• Professionalism: Embrace innovation and challenge barriers to service delivery
• Leadership: Communicate clearly, lead by example, and adapt positively to change
• Accountability: Own your performance and promote diversity and equality
• Transparency: Collaborate effectively and share knowledge
• Ethical Integrity: Build trust through openness and respect

Skills & Abilities:

• Strong organisational and prioritisation skills
• Ability to work under pressure and manage competing demands
• Excellent verbal and written communication across all levels
• Independent decision-making and confident delivery of advice
• Strong interpersonal and stakeholder engagement skills
• Commitment to high-quality HR service and customer care

Corporate Commitment

This role supports the Council’s strategic goals, safeguarding responsibilities, and commitment to diversity, equality, and continuous improvement. You’ll be part of a team that values integrity, innovation, and community impact.