HR Advisor

The Wise Seeker is the leading HR technology company in unbiased talent evaluation.

With over 15 years in the industry analyzing the needs and demands of the job market, we are capable of identifying the best talent for each company thanks to our team of professionals and our SaaS platform integrated with Artificial Intelligence.

We are efficient, evaluate talent objectively without bias, and close hiring times in record time, delivering optimal results.

LOCATION: Bracknell, Head Office  - Hybrid remote (60% in office)

TYPE: Full-time, permanent

SALARY: £32,000

An exciting opportunity to join our People team has arisen at A&O IT Group. As a HR Advisor based out of our Head Office in Bracknell, you will provide comprehensive HR support for the full employee lifecycle across our global Group companies, ensuring compliance with legal and organisational policies.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Employee relations:

• Provide expert advice and guidance on a wide range of employee relations issues, including grievances, disciplinary matters, performance management, and conflict resolution.
• Advise managers on best practices in handling employee concerns, promoting fairness and consistency.
• Proactively support mediation and conflict resolution to maintain positive working relationships across teams and minimise formal procedures.

International HR support:

• Act as a point of contact for employees and managers globally, offering advice on HR policies, procedures, and employment law.
• Take ownership of onboarding process and inductions of new employees and contractors, including the issuing of offer letters, employment contracts, right-to-work checks and all new starter paperwork.
• Administrate monthly UK and international payrolls, pension updates and benefits reviews.
• Conduct exit interviews and feedback processes, identifying trends and areas for improvement across diverse regions.
• Support TUPE/ARD transfers, liaising with service providers and collating and analysing data.

Compliance and policy development:

• Assist in reviewing and updating HR policies to ensure they are compliant with employment law and best practices in all relevant jurisdictions.
• Implement and create policies in line with new and upcoming legislation.
• Act as the Health and Safety liaison within the People function to relevant areas of the business, taking responsibility for updating HR risk assessments, including but not limited to lone working, stress, and maternity.
• Attend and contribute to quarterly Health and Safety management meetings, representing the People function.

Performance management:

• Support managers with performance management processes, from setting objectives to managing underperformance.
• Assist managers with monitoring and improving employee performance across international teams, providing coaching and compliance-related advice when necessary.
• Establish and take the lead on our intern mentorship programme, Elevate, from mentor matching to sourcing and arranging training through to monitoring success.

Reporting and insights:

• Maintain accurate HR records and develop reports to support strategic decision-making.
• Use HR data to propose improvements to policies and international compliance initiatives.
• Support initiatives to measure and enhance employee engagement, happiness and productivity.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in an HR generalist role.
• Advanced knowledge of administrator-level HRIS usage a plus.
• CIPD qualification (or working towards).
• Strong knowledge of UK employment law, with experience working with employees in different countries and an understanding of international HR practices.
• Exposure to French/German employment law or French/German language skills advantageous.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and build strong relationships across diverse teams and locations.
• Proven track record in advising managers on performance management, disciplinary procedures, conflict resolution.
• Strong organizational and compliance management skills, with the ability to handle multiple tasks and maintain compliance in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience implementing HR initiatives to improve employee engagement and retention across multiple countries.

Personal attributes:

• High level of emotional intelligence and discretion when managing sensitive situations.
• Ability to work calmly under pressure.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with a proactive, solutions-driven approach.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and a one-team ethos.

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