HR Advisor - Greater London, United Kingdom - Amwins Global Risks

Description

Job Description

HR Advisor

About us

At Amwins Global Risks, we succeed together. We're not 'just another London broker' placing risks and signing contracts. We're forging relationships that are built to last. With over 700 employees around the world and a global footprint across more than 150 countries, we've cemented our place as a top 10 contributor to Lloyd's.

Insurance is a relationship-based business, and achieving success means hiring the best talent in the industry. When you join us, we will encourage and support your professional and personal development as we invest in you and your learning to help you succeed and grow.

We believe in a flat organisational structure that prizes expertise and relationships equally. We've built a workplace where talent, collaboration and inclusivity are valued, and our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion helps cultivate an open, welcoming workplace where everyone who works with us can be themselves.

Job Purpose

The HR Advisors are responsible for providing efficient support to the HR Apprentice whilst taking an advisory role on best practices for managers and employees , providing guidance and solutions where appropriate.

Responsibilities

• In conjunction with the HR Apprentice, monitor and action all incoming e-mail to the HR inbox, responding to all internal and external enquiries in a professional and confidential manner, copying in the relevant HRBP where required.
• Assist the HRBPs and CHRO by guiding and supporting employees and managers with day-to-day employee issues and queries in line with AGR best practice, employment legislation and the FCA.
• Draft complex contracts of employment in conjunction with the Talent Acquisition team and HRBPs, whilst working closely with hiring managers and GST departments.
• Ensure all monthly payroll entries are processed accurately on the HR system to ensure correct salaries are paid at all times: by processing any payroll changes for existing employees and any ad hoc payroll changes including season ticket loans, overtime, commission payments, exam awards, allowances and any benefits such as well-being subsidies, eye care requests, flu vaccinations, private medical etc.
• Co-ordinate any changes to Terms & Conditions such as salary increases, job title changes etc in conjunction with the HRBP ensuring the HR system and employee files are accurate and up to date, at all times.
• Handle the administration surrounding Family Friendly Leave e.g. Maternity, Paternity, Shared Parental and Adoption leave under the direction of the HRBP, advising employees and managers on benefits and obligations.
• Attend interviews or discussions regarding Family Friendly Leave, Absence and Return to Work, Flexible Working, Performance Management and Exit Interviews as required; taking notes of the proceedings so there is an accurate record of all discussions.
• Shadow the HRBPs when handling Disciplinaries, Grievances, Redundancies, TUPE's or more complex Employee Relations matters, taking notes of the meeting and assisting with the production of letters as and when required.
• Update and maintain HR letter templates, procedures and policies ensuring they are up-to-date and compliant with employment law and best practice.
• Participate in projects and HR activities as directed by the HR Business Partner's, Payroll Manager and CHRO.
• Produce accurate and timely reports and management information as and when required both within HR and the business.

Knowledge/Skills/Qualifications

• Working towards HR Apprenticeship Level 3.
• Proven experience of working within a fast-paced HR department;
• Well organised; able to prioritise and work to deadlines, with excellent attention to detail;
• An enthusiastic and flexible approach; personable; good team player; able to manage a busy and varied workload when required;
• Proactive approach with `can do' attitude and a detail-orientated mentality;
• Excellent communication skills, both written and spoken, is able to communicate effectively with all levels of employees;
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft 365 including Microsoft Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook in particular;
• Experience of using SharePoint and working on different HR databases and systems;

Amwins Global Risks believes in creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, one where everyone feels supported and able to bring their authentic selves to work. We are continually looking at what we do as a firm to ensure we are as inclusive as possible.