Interim People Advisor

Interim People Advisor (Band 6) Location: NHS Organisation (Confidential) Contract: Fixed Term (3–6 Months) Hours: Full Time – 37.5 hours per week Working Pattern: Hybrid (up to 2 days remote) Pay: NHS Band 6 (via Bank) Overview Fox Morris Group are working in partnership with a large NHS organisation to recruit an experienced People Advisor (Band 6) on an interim basis. This is a key role within the People Directorate, providing essential support during a busy period . The successful candidate will play a vital role in maintaining operational HR service delivery, with a strong focus on employee relations casework. The Role Reporting into the People Business Partner, you will be responsible for managing a diverse and complex HR caseload, ensuring timely and high-quality resolution of employee relations matters. The role will focus heavily on casework and supporting wider team capacity, requiring someone who can quickly build credibility and work autonomously. Key responsibilities include: • Managing a full range of employee relations cases including disciplinary, grievance, capability and dignity at work • Leading on sickness absence management, including long-term absence cases • Conducting investigations, gathering evidence and producing comprehensive reports • Providing expert advice to managers on HR policy, employment law and NHS terms and conditions • Supporting hearings and presenting findings where required • Identifying trends and contributing to workforce improvements and action planning • Building effective working relationships with managers, staff and trade union representatives Candidate Requirements Essential • CIPD Level 5 qualified or equivalent • Proven experience in a People/HR Advisor role managing complex ER casework • Experience advising on disciplinary, grievance, absence and performance matters • Strong knowledge of employment law and HR best practice • Ability to manage a full caseload independently and meet deadlines • Excellent communication, stakeholder management and report writing skills Desirable • Previous experience within the NHS at Band 5 or Band 6 level • Understanding of NHS terms and conditions Additional Information • This role is offered on a 3–6 month fixed-term basis • Full-time hours (37.5 per week) • Hybrid working available (up to 2 days off site) • Successful candidate must be engaged via the NHS Bank Why Apply? • Opportunity to gain experience within a large, complex NHS environment • High level of autonomy in a fast-paced, hands-on role • Exposure to varied and complex ER casework • Supportive team with strong leadership and clear direction Apply Now If you are an experienced Interim People Advisor looking for a new challange we would love to hear from you