Apple Recruitment are recruiting for Human Resources Advisor on behalf of the Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council.

Job Purpose:

The post holder will support the HR Managers and HR Officers and working with managers/employees to deliver people advice that is, clear, relevant and of a high quality, central to an efficient and customer focused human resources service.

Job Description:

• To provide first line advice and support to applicants, employees and managers, where appropriate, on HR queries and enquiries.
• Represent the Human Resources section at departmental operational meetings advising/guiding supervisors answering queries and scheduling Human Resources activities for that department.
• Undertake projects as allocated by the Human Resources Managers when appropriate gathering relevant information, preparing reports and making recommendations to improve service delivery and promote innovative developments for the section.
• Attend meetings of Managers and individual employees in reviews of sickness or other absences.
• Prepare referrals to Occupational Health.
• Write and review job advertisements, job descriptions and personnel specifications as required. Review all job descriptions before advertising posts which are vacant. Ensure job advertisements are sent to the advertising agent, internet service provider and Training and Employment Agency where appropriate.
• Prepare recruitment and selection documentation and participate in shortlisting and interview panels as human resources lead ensuring Equal Opportunities and Fair Employment procedures are being implemented and the Recruitment and Selection code of Practice is adhered to.
• Assist in the development of work based assessments where appropriate and assist in the operational requirements for Assessment Centres and timetabling when required.
• To produce job offers, contracts of employment.
• To ensure appropriate pre-employment checks are completed for new starters.
• Participate in Welcome Sessions for new employees and ensure all probation paperwork is completed and returned.

If you wish to apply or would like more information, please email your CV in Microsoft word format to Daniel Finlay by clicking on the link below by Friday 27th September 2024. You must also include a bullet pointed synopsis at the top of your CV demonstrating how exactly you meet the Essential Criteria below:

Essential Criteria:

1). Chartered Institute of Personnel Development (CIPD) level 3 qualified.

2). 2 years’ working experience in a people orientated role to include problem solving.

3). Experience of dealing with challenging queries and advising both internal and external customers on issues both in person and by telephone.

4). A minimum of 1 year’s working experience in a role that involved inputting information accurately, production of letters, reports and other documents.

5). Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise and work on own initiative.

6). Excellent digital skills to use a wide range of computerised office systems.

7). Ability to work accurately and at pace.

8). Displays a positive attitude including a solution based, flexible and enthusiastic approach.

9). Ability to work to a high degree of quality, accuracy and confidentiality.

10). Negotiating and influencing skills

11). Ability to exercise tact, diplomacy and discretion.

12). Ability to understand and implement policies and procedures.

13). Full current driving licence or, if a disability prevents driving, access to a suitable form of transport to enable the duties of the post to be carried out in full.

Further Details:

• Hourly Rate: £15.70
• Hours: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm
• Duration: 3 months
• Location: Antrim

If you wish to apply or would like more information, please email your CV in Microsoft word format to Daniel Finlay by clicking on the link below by Friday 27th September 2024. 

Applicants must ensure their CV is accurate and up to date. The CV should include your full employment history inclusive of dates, all academic achievements and full personal contact details.

Please note only applicants that match this criteria can be considered for the role.

Apple Recruitment Services is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Apple Recruitment Services is an Equal Opportunities Employer.