People Services Advisor

People Services Advisor
Paignton, Devon

About Us

Wild Planet Trust was established in 2019, however, our work as a registered education, scientific and conservation charity goes back to 1957, with the formation of the Herbert Whitley Trust (later to become the Whitley Wildlife Conservation Trust).

Although we’re based in Devon, our work has a truly global impact, as we strive to achieve our vision through our field projects and by inspiring our guests that visit our zoos and reserves.

We are dedicated to protecting our global wildlife heritage and inspiring respect for animals, plants and the environment.

We are now looking for a People Services Advisor to join us on a part-time basis, working 22.5 hours per week over three - five days, on a two-year fixed-term contract.

The Benefits

- Salary of £17,386.20 per annum
- 33 days' paid holiday (inclusive of Bank Holidays) pro rata
- Company sick pay
- Free entry to our zoos for staff and family
- Complimentary tickets
- Discounts in our Catering and Retail outlets (as applicable)
- Free staff parking
- Employee Discounts Platform
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Access to Headspace Premium App
- Paid time off for medical appointments

This is an incredible opportunity for a CIPD-qualified employee relations professional to develop a career with one of the South West’s most exciting visitor attractions.

You’ll play a crucial role in supporting our staff and ensuring the smooth running of our leading attraction!

So, if you’re eager to hone your people services skillset, read on and apply today!

The Role

As a People Services Advisor, you will provide HR support to the People Services Manager, line managers and employees.

Ensuring all People Services information is kept up to date, you will provide guidance to managers and employees regarding any People Services matters.

You will accurately input data into our systems, supporting the People Services Manager with organisational compliance with Employment Law, and analysing data and preparing reports.

Additionally, you will:

- Facilitate initiatives such as employee engagement, recognition and wellbeing
- Maintain confidentiality and ensure compliance with Data Protection Policies
- Support the Payroll Officer
- Encourage effective internal communications

About You

To be considered as a People Services Advisor, you will need:

- Experience of dealing with a variety of employee relations situations
- Experience of managing difficult situations and devising solutions with those involved
- Experience using a HRIS
- Data analysis skills
- At a minimum, CIPD level 3

Other organisations may call this role Human Resources Advisor, HR Advisor, HR Generalist, Human Resources Generalist, or HR Services Advisor.

Shortlisting of applications and interviews will take place while the advert is live; the advert will be closed once a successful candidate has been found. Interested candidates are therefore encouraged to submit applications as soon as possible.

We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

So, if you want to take the next step in your career as a People Services Advisor, please apply via the button shown. This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency.