Senior HR Advisor -  Local Authority

Senior HR Advisor – Local Authority

?? Contract: 4 months (initial)

?? Rate: £300–£350 per day (umbrella)

?? Location: Berkshire - Hybrid working

?? Start Date: ASAP

Are you an experienced HR professional with a passion for supporting operational teams? We’re looking for a confident and capable Senior HR Advisor to join the team for a Local Authority on interim basis.

This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact in a fast-paced, hands-on environment, supporting a blue-collar workforce and working closely with trade unions.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Advising managers and supervisors on all people-related matters
• Managing complex employee relations cases (grievances, disputes, disciplinaries)
• Supporting restructures, redundancies, TUPE processes, and organisational change
• Providing expert guidance on employment law, policy, and best practice
• Acting as HR lead during formal hearings and investigations

What We’re Looking For:

• Strong HR advisory experience within a Local Authority or Housing Association
• A solid understanding of blue-collar operational environments and trade union dynamics
• Confident handling of complex ER cases and change management
• Up-to-date knowledge of UK employment law
• A proactive, collaborative, and solutions-focused approach

Ready to bring your expertise to a team that values practical HR support and real-world impact?

Apply now or Contact Muzna Naqvi at Reed Reading Office