HR Advisor

HR Advisor

At Lanes Group nothing is more important than the health, safety and well-being of our people and our customers. It’s a major reason we are the UK’s largest independent specialist infrastructure delivery partner of choice with a turnover fast approaching £700 million with an EBITDA £68 million, with almost 4,500 brilliant people and a countrywide network of operational locations. Our services cover the majority of the FTSE 100 & 250 respectfully, added to this, we are the market leader in Regulated Wastewater Utilities.

Strong leadership being at our heart, supporting our people ensuring they are engaged with purpose, rewarded and recognised whilst delivering absolute exacting operational excellence being a leading entity and enviable delivery team embracing quality and compliance in our overarching delivery, one of our fundamental key differentiators. 

In this critical role of ensuring our organisation is known for being the best in everything we do, known for leaving a legacy of absolute quality and compliance and, keeping our promises at all times is our absolute mantra.

As an HR Advisor, you will be responsible for delivery of a full range of employment relations and human resource services. One of your main roles will be to provide expert professional advice and support to managers and employees on all aspects of people management, which fully reflects current employment legislation and best practice.

Position: HR Advisor

Location: Customer Solution Centre, Slough Head Office (Slough, Berkshire)

Job Type: permanent, full-time

Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week, 8:30am - 5pm

Salary: Competitive, depending upon experience

Benefits: 24 days holiday (plus bank holidays); health cash plan; onsite parking; onsite restaurant; auto enrolment pension scheme; personal learning; friendly working environment.

STRICTLY NO AGENCIES PLEASE

About the Role:

Work closely with line managers and employees, providing them with expert guidance, coaching and support on the full range of HR activities in order to ensure a consistent and fair approach to people management. 

Manage investigations, disciplinary, grievance and appeal matters in conjunction with line managers. 

Provide advice and guidance on individual employee relations cases. 

Support all managers on performance management issues, including probations, absence, conduct and Health & Safety.  

Contribute to strategies and procedures to promote the health and well-being of employees. 

Provide data and reports to the management team as required, including monthly sickness and absence reports.

Support with the design and implement the performance development review process. 

Conduct job evaluations. 

Supporting the Resourcing & Talent Coordinator on recruitment and selection strategies as required.

Oversee the onboarding and induction processes in collaboration with the Resourcing & Talent Coordinator.

Updating and maintaining the HR Information System data. 

Review, update and implement policies, procedures and forms as and when required ensuring they align with company values and aims, UK Employment Law, GDPR and industry regulations.

Liaise with Occupational Health as required and managing the process. 

Assist in the implementation of employee engagement and well-being initiatives.

Providing advice and assistance on policies, procedures, legislation, and enterprise agreements. 

Keep up to date on changes in UK Employment Law and best practice.

Conduct training sessions for managers and aspiring leaders.

Respond to ad hoc HR queries on a day-to-day basis. 

Be aware of all Lanes Group policies and your responsibilities towards them.

Embrace and promote Lanes Group values and culture. 

Undertake ad hoc projects, tasks or duties as and when required or requested by the Senior Leadership Team

So if you thrive working in a fast paced environment, where no two days are the same, and want to join a growing company that not only values you and your ability - whilst delivering the best in employee relations - then we are the right Company for you.

About You:

The ideal candidate will have knowledge of employment legislation as well as the ability to design and amend clear and fair company policies. You will also have excellent organisational and administrative skills, being able to juggle a number of different priorities whilst being able to work under pressure and to deadlines. Strong communication and effective relationship building capabilities with all stakeholders is integral and the ability to advise and work with senior members of staff. You will be driven, determined, practical, logical and a problem-solver. You must have a drivers licence to be able to drive to depots across our network (covering London, Hertfordshire, Oxfordshire, Wiltshire, Berkshire and parts of Essex and Kent), to provide in-person support and training when required.

This role is ideal for a current HR Administrator, HR Assistant (or similar) looking to take the next step in their HR career. Experience with HRIS (Cascade - Iris) and Office 365 is beneficial.

At Lanes Group, we are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered. We believe that our differences make us stronger and are committed to providing equal opportunities for all employees. We welcome and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from underrepresented groups. Join us in our commitment to creating a more inclusive and diverse world.

Lanes Group are a signatory of the 'Charter for Employer Positive About Mental Health' run by Mindful Employer.

Please note: we do reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.