Due to maternity cover, my client require a CIPD Level 5 or above HR professional to work on a 12 month FTC, with a strong chance the role will go to a full time position due to growth over the next year. Reporting to the Group HR Manager and HR Director, your duties will include: Provide advice to managers and employees regarding cases of sickness absence, capability, grievance and disciplinary issues Liaise with employment lawyers to manage or mitigate employment-related risks and claims Assist with keeping HR policies up to date in line with changes in legislation Ensure the probationary process is administered in line with legislation, escalating any performance issues where appropriate Provide advice and support managers with the annual review process Support managers with project requirements i.e. Security clearance for personnel and contractors Support the Training & Development Coordinator for any professional development training requirements across the Group Advise managers on available training interventions to feed into the annual review processDepending on the calibre and experience of the candidate, my client would look to pay up to £46k plus package