People Advisor (up to £45,000)
At Immediate, we’re home to some of the biggest and most loved consumer brands in the UK, including Radio Times, Good Food and Gardeners World. Our trusted, quality content reaches millions of people a month across digital, print, video, podcasts, apps and live events.
We’re the destination for people looking to get more from the things they love. We help inspire them; deepening their knowledge, skills and fuelling their passions, to enjoy more of what life has to offer.
Whether it’s the big things, or the little things; from reaching fitness goals to savouring good food, cultivating outdoor, or indoor, spaces, or enjoying the latest TV sensation with loved ones – we help bring our audiences joy!
About the role
Reporting into the Commercial People Partner and part of the People Partnering & Ops team, as People Advisor, you will play a pivotal role in providing comprehensive HR support and guidance to managers and employees, aligned with Immediate’s company strategy, culture and values.
This job is a brilliant opportunity to join a close-knit People Team who are incredibly passionate about people and the culture at Immediate. If you’re looking to come into a new role and make a real impact, then this will be perfect for you.
As a People Advisor you will;
- Support the People Partner with our Commercial and Product & Tech business areas. You will also have the opportunity to own your own smaller central client areas and develop your People Partnering skills.
Employee Relations:
- Provide expert advice on employment law and manage ER issues effectively, pragmatically and in line with Immediate’s policies and procedures. Including but not limited to investigations, disciplinary meetings and redundancy consultations.
- Work with managers in managing any performance issues, including probation, informal and formal PIP’s and disciplinary action as needed.
On-boarding and Off-boarding:
- Deliver the induction for new starters
- Own exit interviews for your business areas, escalating any issues as needed
- Support the People Administrator and People Analyst & Ops Advisor with process improvement, always looking at where we can improve, make efficiencies and streamline
EDI:
- Work closely with the People Partnering and EDI team on new or existing initiatives like training, surveys, feedback sessions, and policies, aiming to drive real cultural change and foster a forward-thinking, inclusive workplace.
Learning & Development:
- Work closely with the People Partnering and L&D team on development plans, succession planning, talent mapping and identifying training specific to the areas you support.
- Champion our coaching & development platform OpenBlend, ensuring high usage in the business areas you support.
People Administration:
- Support the People Administrator with admin tasks as needed, including contracts, letters, payroll, benefits management and responding to emails to the HR inbox.
People Partnering:
- Coach and provide feedback to your client groups to help achieve the business and team goals
- Question and respectfully challenge key stakeholders to ensure a deep and thorough understanding of the root causes behind any people or business issues
Requirements
- Proven experience working as People Advisor, in a fast paced, commercial environment
- Demonstrable experience in managing redundancy, performance and disciplinary processes
- Strong communication and influencing skills
- Empathetic and personable – able to build trust and strong relationships with managers and colleagues
- Proactive and a self-starter, who can identify and address issues before they escalate
- Knows the importance of process and policies, whilst also able to be flexible and pragmatic dependent on the situation
- Adaptable and comfortable working in the grey
Benefits
- A relaxed working environment with regular socials including a summer festival
- Supportive well-being initiatives and benefits, talks & workshops, and Mental Health First aiders & Champions
- 25 days holiday plus a day for your birthday. Our offices will be closed between Christmas and New Year’s which are in addition to your annual entitlement
- Tailored training and development through both our inhouse learning platform and LinkedIn Learning
- A progressive and transparent culture focused on your development
- Flexible / hybrid working plus early finish Fridays
- Cycle to work scheme
- Enhanced Family Policies including paternity, adoption and surrogacy leave. We also provide a pregnancy loss, fertility, and carers policy
- Competitive pension plans and Life Assurance
- A newly renovated modern office with lots of collaborative spaces
At Immediate, we pride ourselves on our open, inclusive, collaborative, and dynamic culture that empowers our people to thrive and give their best. We care deeply about our people, our local communities and the impact we have on the environment. Our active Diversity & Inclusion network, comprehensive well-being programs, and clear sustainability strategies reflect this commitment.
People are at the heart of our business and creating a diverse and inclusive working environment is important to us. Immediate is an equal opportunities employer. We’ll never treat anyone less favourably because of their sex, gender reassignment, pregnancy and maternity, marital/civil partnerships, sexual orientation, race, nationality, ethnic origin, age, religion or belief or disability. We’re also committed to supporting applications from those who are returning to work following a career break, maternity leave or caring responsibilities.
Immediate is a place you can grow, be supported, and make a difference.
