Human Resources Advisor (Public Sector)
VANRATH are delighted to be assisting a leading public sector organisation in the recruitment of a Human Resources Advisor to join their busy HR function in Antrim. This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a well-established team, supporting people policies across a diverse workforce.
The Role
As a Human Resources Advisor, you’ll play a key part in supporting HR Managers and Officers across a wide range of people-related activities, including:
Providing clear, timely, and practical first-line HR advice to managers and employees
Representing HR at departmental meetings and supporting managers with people management
Participating in recruitment and selection processes as HR lead
Preparing job adverts, job descriptions, contracts, and job evaluation documentation
Coordinating sickness absence, occupational health referrals, and exit interviews
Advising on employment terms, probation, severance, and policy interpretation
Supporting the delivery of HR projects and continuous improvement initiatives
Ensuring data accuracy across HR systems and compliance with data protection legislation
This role requires a proactive and detail-oriented HR professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is confident managing a varied workload.
Essential Criteria
CIPD Level 3 qualification (or willingness to work towards this if you can demonstrate 4+ years’ relevant HR experience)
Minimum 2 years’ experience in a people-focused role with problem-solving responsibilities
Experience dealing with internal/external queries, both in person and over the phone
Minimum 1 year’s experience preparing letters, reports, or HR documentation
Strong organisational and digital skills, including the ability to prioritise independently
High level of discretion, confidentiality, and interpersonal skills
Other Requirements
A full, clean driving licence and access to transport (reasonable adjustments will be made if required due to a disability)
What’s in it for you?
Work with a respected public sector employer known for stability and community impact
Competitive hourly rate with paid holidays
Opportunity to further develop your HR skills across a broad range of functions
Support and guidance from VANRATH throughout the placement
For further information on this opportunity, or any other position in Belfast or wider Northern Ireland, please apply via the link or contact Conor Birch in the strictest confidence.
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Skills:Human Resources Advisor CIPD Systems Projects Public Sector
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