HR Advisor

  • Reed
  • Bury, Lancashire
  • Mar 27, 2026
Seasonal HR / Recruitment

Job Description

HR Advisor

  • Job Type: Initial 3-month temporary
  • Organisation: Bury Council
  • Pay Rate: £19.81 per hour (PAYE)

Join Bury Council as a HR Advisor and play a crucial role in delivering high-quality, comprehensive, and people-centred HR support. You'll act as a trusted first point of contact for managers and staff, offering professional guidance on a wide range of employment matters. Strong analytical skills (ideally with job evaluation experience) and project management experience will help you play a vital role in supporting the rapidly improving department through the next chapter of a fundamental transformation.

Day-to-day of the role:

  • Act as a trusted first point of contact for managers and staff, providing professional guidance on a wide range of employment matters.
  • Utilise strong analytical skills to contribute to job evaluation processes and other HR-related projects.
  • Offer project management support to the execution and success of Council change programmes.
  • Develop and maintain credible and strong relationships with key stakeholders within the allocated service areas.
  • Ensure HR solutions are effectively aligned with organisational needs and contribute to the overall strategy and goals.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

  • Proven track record in supporting HR-related projects and delivering effective solutions.
  • Understanding of job evaluation processes.
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to quickly develop credibility and strong relationships.
  • Ideally hold CIPD Level 5 qualification
  • In-depth knowledge of HR best practices and current employment legislation.

To apply for the HR Advisor position, please submit your CV and a Reed Consultant will be in touch to discuss the next steps.