HR Advisor – Defence
CCL Global is seeking an experienced HR Advisor to support a major UK defence organisation.
The successful candidate will provide first and second-line HR support across the organisation, advising employees and managers on HR policies, procedures and employment matters while supporting recruitment, onboarding, learning & development and wider people initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
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Provide first and second-line HR advice to employees and managers.
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Advise on HR policies, procedures, leave, payroll and employee benefits.
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Manage HR queries, escalating complex matters where appropriate.
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Maintain accurate HR documentation, employee records and case information.
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Produce HR reports, management information and workforce metrics.
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Support recruitment campaigns, interviews and employee onboarding.
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Support Learning & Development requests, budgets and reporting.
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Contribute to employee engagement and wider HR projects.
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Ensure compliance with employment legislation, data protection and organisational policies.
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Work collaboratively with HR colleagues, managers and wider stakeholders.
Essential Experience
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Previous experience working as an HR Advisor or similar HR generalist.
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Strong knowledge of HR policies, procedures and employment law.
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Experience providing first and second-line HR support.
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Understanding of Civil Service HR frameworks and practices.
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Experience using HR information systems and maintaining employee records.
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Recruitment and onboarding experience.
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Strong HR administration, reporting and organisational skills.
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
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Ability to manage sensitive and confidential information appropriately.
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Active SC Clearance – essential.
Desirable
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Previous Civil Service, defence or wider public sector HR experience.
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CIPD qualification or membership.
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Experience with HR metrics and management information.
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Learning & Development and employee engagement experience.
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Experience supporting organisational change or wider HR programmes.
Please note: Due to the nature of the environment, applicants must already hold active SC clearance and meet the stated nationality requirement
