People Advisor - 12 Month Contract

Do you have strong people advisory skills, a proactive approach to problem\-solving, and a passion for supporting managers and colleagues? We’re looking for a People Advisor to join our team on a 12\-month fixed\-term contract and play a key role in delivering a professional, people\-focused service across the organisation.

Working pattern:

This role operates on a hybrid working pattern (3 days in the office and 2 days from home). The successful candidate will be required to work from our Liverpool city centre office on Mondays, our St Helens office on Tuesdays, and a third day at one of our other office locations, in line with business needs.

What you’ll be doing:

• Managed a varied caseload of employee relations matters, providing expert advice to managers and colleagues


• Supported performance management processes, including capability, development plans and use of data and systems


• Led on attendance management, including absence monitoring, return\-to\-work meetings and long\-term cases


• Provided clear guidance on policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with employment legislation and best practice


• Built strong relationships with managers, acting as a trusted point of contact for people\-related advice and support


• Worked collaboratively with Housing, Assets and Corporate teams to deliver a consistent HR service


• Supported recruitment, retention, talent development and apprenticeship programmes across the organisation


• Contributed to People Strategy delivery, corporate initiatives and transformation projects


• Assisted in identifying learning needs and sourcing appropriate training solutions


• Maintained accurate, confidential records, ensuring data integrity and audit compliance


• Worked in partnership with trade unions to foster positive and productive relationships


• Promoted value for money through efficient processes and effective use of systems


• Ensured all activity aligned with health \& safety, equality and safeguarding requirements

• CIPD Level 5 (or working towards) or equivalent experience.


• Experience working in a People/HR advisory role, providing support across a range of employee relations matters.


• Strong knowledge of employment legislation and HR best practice.


• Experience supporting managers with performance management, absence and conduct issues.


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships at all levels.


• Ability to manage a varied workload, prioritising effectively to meet deadlines.


• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail, with experience maintaining accurate records.


• Experience working collaboratively with stakeholders, including trade unions (desirable).


• Understanding of apprenticeship programmes and talent development (desirable).


• High levels of IT literacy and confidence using HR systems.


• A proactive, resilient and customer\-focused approach.


• A commitment to health and safety, equality, and excellent service delivery.

• Candidates will be invited to attend an interview, which will include a competency\-based discussion exploring relevant experience, knowledge, and skills required for the role, as well as a scenario based assessment. Interviews will take place at our Liverpool City Centre Office, 7th and 8th July 2026\.

• Each successful applicant will be required to complete the following pre\-employment checks prior to a start date being agreed:


• Right to work verification


• Qualification certificate check (where applicable)


• Two completed references


• Occupational Health questionnaire – Fit for Work


• DBS check (if required for the role)


• Completion of all new starter documentation including signed terms and conditions

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