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The role of an HR Advisor

What does an HR Advisor do?

Want to get ‘personnel’? You should be an HR Advisor…

HR Advisors work within a business’s Human Resources department, actively supporting the organisation and the needs of its employees. This could range from conflict management and improving the morale of current staff, through to supporting their training and development, and even recruiting new members of staff to fit into the team.

Day-to-day responsibilities may vary depending on business size and level of previous experience, but typical duties could include:

Providing information and advice to employees on workplace regulations and employment legislation
Updating personnel records, contracts and salary information
Writing job descriptions, analysing CVs and conducting interviews to fill roles across the business
Helping with any grievance or disciplinary situations
Providing training and development to help employees move forward in their career

Is a career as an HR Advisor right for me?

You’ll be dealing with people day in and day out, whether they’re current staff or people you’re looking to recruit, so excellent interpersonal skills and a friendly and welcoming manner all need to be part of the package. If you prefer to work solo, this may not be the right role for you.

You’ll also often be dealing with potentially sensitive information, such as personal grievances or disciplinary hearings, so confidentiality and tact should never be underestimated.

Other key skills include:

Excellent admin and organisational skills
The ability to communicate with people at all levels
Research and analysis skills
In-depth knowledge of recruitment law, and pro-activity to stay up-to-date with the latest developments
Conflict management and problem solving
Excellent listening skills

What's it like to be an HR Advisor?

"Working in HR is about much more than being a ‘people person’ (cliché cringe). It’s about recognising the value people bring to your business, and learning how to get the most out of them. Sometimes it can be hard to deal with difficult situations, and you can’t always be everyone’s friend, but I love it. You get to help contribute to the culture of the brand, and bring out the best in people – and it’s the people that really make a company."

Get qualified as an HR Advisor

It is not a necessary requirement to have a degree to become a HR Advisor. However, it is recommended to have some qualifications specific to the industry, with CIPD acting as a general benchmark for success in the field of HR. Level 3 CIPD certificates are a great starting point for those who are new to the field of HR.

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