People Advice Manager

Posted 7 hours 6 minutes ago by Harris Hill Charity Recruitment Specialists

Permanent
Not Specified
Temporary Jobs
Not Specified, United Kingdom
Job Description

People Advice Manager
£28.38 per hour + holiday pay
Temporary - 6 months
Mostly remote with some travel to Watford

We're looking for an experienced and people-focused People Advice Manager to join a leading UK charity on a temporary basis for six months. This is a fantastic opportunity to lead a dedicated HR advice team, ensuring managers and staff receive high-quality, timely, and business-focused guidance.

You'll be managing a first-point-of-contact HR service, supporting the delivery of expert advice across a wide range of employee relations matters, and helping to drive continuous improvement in systems, processes, and people development.

Key responsibilities

  • Lead, support, and develop a team of People Partners and People Advisers.

  • Ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the HR advice service, meeting SLA targets and managing workloads effectively.

  • Provide guidance on complex ER cases, including sickness, disciplinary, and grievance matters.

  • Use your professional HR expertise to improve processes, develop knowledge, and enhance service delivery.

  • Work collaboratively with People Directorate colleagues to review and implement policies and procedures.

  • Build strong relationships with stakeholders, gathering feedback and implementing service improvements.

  • Ensure compliance with GDPR and accuracy of HR data.

  • Oversee case management systems to ensure up-to-date, clear, and accessible records.

About you

  • CIPD-qualified with significant HR advisory and people management experience.

  • Strong understanding of UK employment law and HR best practice.

  • Skilled in building relationships, influencing, and coaching.

  • Confident in analysing data to inform decisions and improve service.

  • Experience in developing operational HR services, systems, and processes.

  • A collaborative leader who motivates and develops their team.

The details

  • Pay rate: £28.38 per hour + holiday pay.

  • Contract: 6 months, temporary.

  • Location: Mostly homebased with some travel to Watford

  • Start date: ASAP.

This is an opportunity to make a real difference in an organisation committed to ensuring every child a