People Advisor

Job Title: People Advisor

Location: Manchester

Salary: Up to £35,000 pa DOE + Profit Share Annual Bonus

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time. Hybrid working role - home being the primary location with some requirements for working from the Greater Manchester offices or occasional client sites

FACT3 support SMEs with their Numbers, People and Systems. We create customised solutions which combine onsite and remote support, flexed to a business' needs. Co-Sourcing gives immediate access to basic-to-board expertise across the 3 business critical pillars of Numbers, People and Systems.

How we do it:

It's not insourcing, it's not outsourcing, it's co-sourcing.

Collaborative Resourcing or Co-Sourcing is the blending of a business' internal resources with our external experts working together to create one team achieving the same goals.

Our Personality:

• Switched on, tuned in: From basics to board, our people are commercially minded and highly focused on taking businesses to the next level
• The Extra Mile, we'll run it willingly. We think smart, roll our sleeves up and get the job done
• Straight up, straight talking: We bring passion, honesty and integrity; our people speak openly about the ideas they think will assist our clients
• Our greatest asset? Our People - without them, none of this would be possible
• Keeping it real: FACT3 means real people working with businesses, making a real difference
• We are proud of our heritage and People, after two decades of supporting and empowering 100s of businesses, it's hard not to be

Role Overview:

We are seeking a CIPD or equivalent, qualified People Advisor with at least 3 years' experience as a HR Manager or Advisor to join our growing People Team.

Our 200+ clients are ambitious SME's, of all shapes and sizes, in a broad range of industry sectors and at different stages in their business journey, from start up to established.

The successful person will work with a small portfolio of clients, acting simultaneously as their "part time" People Advisor, in multiple industries supporting a variety of different business challenges.

Alongside delivering the all-important HR advice there is a key element of account management and the opportunity to manage your own relationships with your portfolio of clients.

You add value by gaining an in-depth knowledge of our clients' unique businesses and developing strong working relationships with their team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage a portfolio of clients and be ultimately responsible for delivering their co-sourcing HR solutions
• Provide the client with a range of options for dealing with their HR issues. Identify & communicate the potential litigation risks associated with each option
• Work with the client to produce a clear structured plan of action for their preferred option which delivers the required results within a realistic & achievable timescale
• Custodian of clients bespoke Employee Guide
• Manage the creation of HR documents, to support advice including letters, forms, policies & procedures
• Use a variety of sources to research HR & employment law to ensure that you are providing current & relevant information to clients and remain up to date with legislative changes
• Occasional on-site assistance to discuss issues & options, attend meetings and carry out project work as requested

Abilities, Skills and Experience:

The Essentials:

• CIPD Qualified- minimum level 5 or equivalent
• Minimum 3 years' experience in a HR Advisor or generalist role
• Strong technical employment law experience & knowledge
• Highly organised with an ability to prioritise
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• North-West Based

The Desirables:

• CIPD- Level 7
• Proven track record of working with SME's
• Attention to detail
• Commercially savvy
• Self-motivated
• Able to think clearly under pressure
• Likes to work independently and as part of a team
• Interpersonal skills and ability to build rapport
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and adjust quickly to changing priorities
• Desire to develop others and themselves
• Strong emotional intelligence
• Full driving licence with the willingness to travel to clients based throughout the Northwest

Total Rewards:

• 33 Days Holiday
• Birthday Day Off & Gift
• Group Life Assurance
• FactBe Wellness
• Private Medical
• Enhanced Family Friendly
• Company Sick Pay Scheme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Career Milestone Rewards
• Charity Champion Events
• FACT3 Socials

Development Opportunities:

There are opportunities for personal and professional progression at FACT3.

We are keen to develop talent into Portfolio Senior HR Advisor Roles.

We do this through our Appraisal process (Fearless Feedback), our FACT3 Academy and sponsorship of professional qualifications.

Please click the APPLY button and to submit your CV.

Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of: Employment Advisor, Human Resources Executive, HR Manager, Human Resources Analyst, HR Advisor, may also be considered for this role.