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HR & RECRUITMENT ADVISOR - Home Based (Reasonable Travel)

Are you passionate about working with people and fostering a collaborative environment? Do you have a solid understanding of applying employment law in practice? If so, we’d love you to apply for this integral advisor role at CILEX, where you will support the achievement of our strategic goals through our people.

We are looking for a dynamic and empathetic individual to serve as a key point of contact for employees and managers. You will provide knowledgeable advice on people policies and processes, develop and enhance ways of working, support the delivery of our HR strategy throughout the employee journey, and collaborate effectively with your colleagues across the business. This is an excellent opportunity if you prioritise a positive work culture, continuous learning, and contributing to an inclusive environment.

You will work closely with our Head of HR, L&D Manager, and HR Administrator, contributing to projects that deliver agile and professional solutions to meet the HR needs of our team and organisation. Your expertise and dedication will be vital in supporting our HR strategy and fostering a positive, people-centric culture.

Location: Home Based with reasonable in-person attendance at meetings (Normally London, Milton Keynes or Birmingham).

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the delivery of the HR Strategy across Recruitment, Employee Relations, Resource Planning, Engagement, Payroll and Systems.
• Take ownership of the People HUB (supported by SAGE) and drive continuous improvement.
• Provide advice and support on all areas of HR, Payroll and Recruitment, including the application of Employment Law, HR policy and best practice, escalating to Head of HR where appropriate.
• Support the development of HR Administrator.
• Manage specific areas of HR administration, including monthly payroll, employment changes, family leave, and HR reporting.
• Oversee the collection of data for audits and funding applications.
• Develop and maintain company policies that comply with current regulations, aligning with the CILEX business agenda.
• Ensure managers are equipped with the skills and resources to effectively manage workforce issues.
• Support recruitment activities by monitoring applicant engagement with roles, making recommendations for challenging roles, attending interviews as required, and covering day-to-day recruitment activities during the absence of the HR and Recruitment Administrator.
• Oversee absence management processes, providing guidance and recommendations for improvements, and coordinating medical referrals.
• Provide support to Head of HR and other team members on HR-related ad hoc projects and cover for team member holidays as required.

To Apply You Will Need:

• A minimum of 2 years of experience in a generalist HR role.
• CIPD level 5 or a commitment to pursuing certification.
• GCSEs at grades 6 or above (Including English and Maths) or equivalent.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Demonstrable experience with 2 or more HRIS or ATS (systems) - preferably SAGE.
• Strong up-to-date knowledge of Employment Law, Regulations and HR practices.
• Confidence in providing knowledgeable professional advice.
• The ability to critique and review employment policies.
• Skills in analysing HR data to identify trends and deliver improvements.
• To be a pro-active team player who can also work autonomously.
• Effective communication skills with the ability to listen and respond to the needs of diverse stakeholders.
• Great organisation with the ability to manage multiple demands and prioritise effectively.

This is a varied role with the need to adapt to changing situations, so a flexible approach to tasks and hours is needed.

Join our friendly and inclusive team, where you can learn, grow, support your colleagues, and make a meaningful impact from day one.

What We Can Offer:

• Support through Apprenticeship Scheme for Level 5 CIPD or other suitable learning.
• Enhanced family-friendly policies.
• Generous annual leave allowance.
• A health and well-being focus.
• Continuous development through our dedicated Learning Specialist.

Who We Are:

The Chartered Institute of Legal Executives (CILEX) is the professional association and governing body for over 17,000 Chartered Legal Executive Lawyers, paralegals, and other legal practitioners. Our role is to enhance the role and standing of Chartered Legal Executives and all our members within the legal profession.

Our Purpose:

To develop, support and inspire a highly skilled body of legal professionals and make the UK legal sector more efficient, more representative, and better able to serve society.

We do this by innovating to deliver:

• Relevant high-quality training.
• Advocacy for our members and the difference they can make.

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a high volume of applications are received, to maintain a positive candidate experience.

This organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of learners and expects all staff to share this commitment. We are dedicated to ensuring that diversity, equality, and inclusion are at the heart of our business, and we welcome applications from all backgrounds.