HR Advisor Central and Wales

As an HR Advisor at CCH Group, you will be responsible for case management, providing advice to line managers on complex HR issues, and ensuring compliant handling of absence management. You’ll be pivotal in guiding managers through people decisions, developing HR policies, and working in a multi-site organization to ensure the best outcomes for both the business and its team members.

For the HR Advisor role at CCH Group, candidates should have a minimum of 3 years of experience in HR within a fast-paced environment, along with a CIPD part qualification or related credential. Additionally, experience with TUPE transfers and a strong grasp of employment law will enhance your application.

CCH Group offers substantial career progression opportunities for HR Advisors. As the company is growing, you can expect to take on increased responsibilities and develop your skills further. Your work will have a meaningful impact on the organization, paving the way for future promotions and professional development.

CCH Group is committed to the professional growth of its employees. For HR Advisors, the company provides support in obtaining further qualifications. The company fosters a culture of learning and development, ensuring you'll have access to the necessary resources and training to excel in your role.

The workplace culture at CCH Group is genuinely people-first. As an HR Advisor, you’ll find yourself in a supportive and inspiring environment where your work is valued. You’ll be part of a passionate team that fosters collaboration and innovation, making it a fulfilling place to advance your career.

In responding to this question, reflect on specific scenarios where you've successfully managed HR cases. Describe your approach, the stakeholders involved, and the outcomes, emphasizing your problem-solving skills and ability to maintain compliance with labor laws.

Share your strategies for keeping informed on employment laws, such as subscribing to HR newsletters, attending relevant training sessions, or being part of professional HR organizations. This shows your commitment to staying knowledgeable in your field.

Discuss your methodology for monitoring and managing employee absences. Include examples of proactive communication with managers and employees, implementing return-to-work interviews, and promoting well-being in the workplace to reduce absence rates.

When asked about policy development, share your process for researching, drafting, and reviewing HR policies. Highlight your ability to collaborate with stakeholders and ensure that policies reflect current laws and best practices while addressing the organization's needs.

This question allows you to showcase your influencing skills. Provide a real-life example where you advocated for a particular HR solution and how you used data and empathetic communication to convince stakeholders.

Highlight your experience with TUPE transfers, discussing specific situations where you advised on compliance, communicated changes to employees, and worked to facilitate smooth transitions while addressing employee concerns.

Explain your strategy for prioritization based on complexity, deadlines, and the needs of the business. Use examples to demonstrate your organizational skills and your ability to manage competing demands effectively.

Demonstrate your conflict-resolution skills by discussing a challenging situation you've navigated. Focus on the steps you took to understand the employee's perspective, the strategies you employed to resolve the matter, and the final outcome.

Discuss the importance of gathering and acting on employee feedback in HR practice. Highlight how you incorporate feedback into policy improvements and the overall enhancement of workplace culture.

Express your career aspirations, aligning them with the opportunities available at CCH Group. Explain how the HR Advisor role supports your growth objectives, the skills you're looking to develop, and your commitment to contributing to the company's mission.