Hr Advisor - #2153400

HR Advisor  
£41,869 per annum (pro-rata) - Grade 7 
Leeds / Hybrid 
Part time – 18-30 hours per week (TBC)  

Fixed term to October 2028 

 
Please note that the Combined Authority will consider requests for part-time working and/or job share.  
 
 
Linked to our Bus Franchising programme, we have a rare opportunity for new HR Advisors to join our People team on a part-time basis. The Bus Franchising programme is a transformational and high-profile aspect of the Combined Authority’s work within the region and requires input from HR in areas such as organisational development and organisational change. 

We currently have two part-time vacancies, one at 18.5 hours per week and one for approx. 24-30 hours per week (actual hours to be confirmed). We would be happy to discuss the hours of work with any interested applicants. This is a great opportunity to join the organisation at a pivotal time, playing an active role in shaping and delivering our evolving people agenda, as well as the transition of the organisation to a delivery, project-based model.   

As a HR Advisor, you will support and advise employees on a wide range of HR matters, including employee relations, performance management, policy compliance, and the implementation of HR initiatives. You will also contribute to continuous improvement of HR processes, maintain up to date knowledge of employment legislation, and play a key role in promoting a positive and inclusive workplace culture. 

As we transition to a delivery-focused model that emphasises project-based working and management, this role would be best suited to a HR Advisor with strong generalist experience, ideally complemented by a background in managing or supporting HR projects. Experience of workforce planning and organisational change would also be beneficial. 

Our Offer 
 

• Work your way – From flexible and agile working options, including a generous flexi-time scheme to help you balance your personal life and career. 

• Time to recharge – Enjoy 28 days of annual leave (with increases based on length of service), plus all Bank Holidays. 

• Free greener travel across West Yorkshire – Cover your commute sustainably with unlimited free bus and rail travel using the MCard (Zones 1–5). 

• Secure your future – Benefit from a highly competitive Local Government Pension Scheme. 

• Investing in you – Take advantage of supported professional development, regular training, and up to 3 paid volunteering days per year. 

• Grow with us – Incremental salary progression for most roles and annual cost of living increases. 

• Family first – We offer enhanced parental and bereavement leave, plus other family-friendly policies to support you when it matters most. 

• Your wellbeing, our priority – Access 24/7 free confidential counselling services and the Headspace app for you and up to 5 family or friends. 

• Modern workspace in a prime location – Work in bright, contemporary offices just a 2-minute walk from Leeds Train Station, fully equipped with the latest tech. 

 
The Role 

Reporting into the HR Business Partner, your key responsibilities will include:  

• Providing a high quality, professional HR Advisory service to the Combined Authority, taking responsibility for an individual case load across the full remit of HR work whilst ensuring managers are aware of and follow the Combined Authority’s policies and procedures, providing guidance and support/advice as required. 

• Liaising closely with the HR Business Partners on the operational HR delivery across a directorate/s covering the full range of HR functions. 

• Be responsible for ensuring HR policies and practices are up to date in terms of employment law and best practice, making recommendations for changes and negotiating those with our recognised trade unions. 

Please review the Role Profile for more information about the responsibilities. 

About You 

You will have the following key skills, attributes, education and experience:  

• Experience of delivering a high-quality professional HR advisory service to both managers and employees. 

• Experience of managing a caseload of complex HR issues, giving appropriate HR advice on key issues such as disciplinary, conduct, performance management, grievances and employee health issues. 

• Ability to work in close partnership with line managers, staff and union representatives on complex employee issues, using facilitation, negotiation and at times, clear instruction to ensure policies and procedures are consistently applied across the organisation. 

• CIPD Associate level qualification (desirable). 

• Project management skills to support a project-based approach within the People team (desirable). 
   

To Apply 

If this sounds like your next role, please complete the application form on our website and tell us within the supporting statement why you would be a great fit for our role and how your skills, knowledge and experience align with the requirements within the Role Profile. Please visit our Advice for Candidates webpage and review the guidance on this page for support in completing your application form. 
 

Further Information 

The Combined Authority is passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity. We know through experience that different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds create a stronger and more creative work environment that delivers better outcomes. We welcome applications irrespective of people's age, disability, neuro-divergence, sex, gender identity and gender expression, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, or other personal circumstances. We have policies and procedures in place to ensure that all applicants are treated fairly and consistently at every stage of the recruitment process, including the consideration of reasonable adjustments for people who have a disability and/or who are neuro divergent. To find out more about inclusivity at the West Yorkshire Combined Authority please visit our dedicated webpage. 

Under the Disability Confident Scheme, applicants with a disability are guaranteed an interview, subject to the minimum criteria being met. 
 
Please note that whilst it is our policy to recruit at SP1 for all appointments, which is the salary stated above, each role includes career salary progression, with incremental increases applicable in most cases on an annual basis.