Job Introduction Do you want a challenging and rewarding career with real opportunities to change the lives of people in Northumberland? If you are dynamic, dedicated and enthusiastic then we want to hear from you.
To help us to be the very best that we can be and to further build and develop our people focused approach, we are currently looking to recruit to a unique opportunity in our award winning, dedicated and progressive People Service.
As an Adviser you will provide generalist HR advice in all aspects of employment/People matters within your allocated business areas. Working as part of a supportive wider People and Culture team, the key responsibilities of this role will involve providing HR advice across employee relations issues including sickness absence, grievance, disciplinary, capability and performance management, job evaluation, as well as advising on change management initiatives and reviewing People policies and procedures. The Council are currently embarking on an ambitious change programme and there will also be opportunities to get involved in exciting pieces of work.
You will benefit from excellent support within the team and will be able to excel in a culture where we look to continually improve and develop so that our clients continue to see us as a service of choice.
If you are a highly motivated, passionate individual with the relevant experience in a similar role and who loves to work as part of a team, we would welcome an application from you.
This is a fixed term post for 18 months
REQUIREMENTS OF THE JOBThe postholder will need the ability to independently travel to locations across Northumberland however, our Worksmart hybrid working model will enable you to work flexibly, balancing business needs with personal preference.
Essential requirements:

Current demonstrable portfolio of experience within an HR environment - this is an essential requirement
Postgraduate Diploma in Human Resources or equivalent - is preferred but not essential
Evidence of continued professional development (CPD).
Up to date knowledge of UK employment legislation and best practice and experience of applying this
Effective negotiating/influencing skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Excellent organisational skills, with ability to plan and co-ordinate activities
Ability to build and maintain credibility with line managers
Ability to analyse and make judgements involving complex facts or situations
Maintains a professional demeanour in stressful and difficult situations.

Although not essential we would welcome applicants that have previous public sector experience. Experience of Green book terms and conditions and Teachers terms and conditions would also be desired, although not essential.
Why choose us?Northumberland is world-renowned as a visitor destination and an ideal location to strike a perfect work/life balance. There is no better way of enjoying the picturesque scenery and stunning coastline than on an everyday basis!
Northumberland County Council’s (NCC) vision is ‘To Foster a thriving and collaborative culture where our people are valued, empowered and encouraged to be their very best for Northumberland’
We have some outstanding benefits to offer you, including: -26 days annual leave plus public/bank holidays, rising to 31 days after 5 years of service (pro rata for part-time employees) -Automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme

Flexi scheme (if applicable) – up to 2 days flexible leave available per month (pro rata for part-time employees)
Local government discount schemes available to all employees with offers at local businesses along with various national brands
Commitment to work/life balance offering flexibility through various schemes including job sharing, flexible working, term-time only, and compressed hours

-A range of salary sacrifice schemes are available -Staff networks - run by staff, for staff, providing opportunities for peer networking, mutual support, staff development e.g. Armed Forces, ASD, Enable (disability), LGBT+, Menopause, Mental Wellbeing, Racial Equality
Further information
Please note that this is a full time position but applications on a secondment or part-time basis would be considered for the right applicant. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria. If you wish to notify us of your eligibility for this scheme, please email hrrecruitment@northumberland.gov.uk or ring 01670 623930 with your name and the job title you have applied for and one of the recruitment team will ensure this is factored into the shortlisting process and kept anonymous. If you have a disability and would prefer to apply in a different format, please see the alternative methods below. This information will be treated as confidential and will only be used to check that you meet the essential requirements of the post. Alternative application format: British Sign Language: northumberlandcc-cs.signvideo.net For those with speech difficulties or hearing loss: Text relay service dial 018001 01670 623930

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