Human Resources Policy Advisor in City of London

Job description

Our client a developing government funded organisation of just over 30 people, with a range of specialisms. Their legal guidance is independent and trusted by thousands but they want to go further.

That’s why they’re on an ambitious journey to become a digital-first organisation, expanding their reach and making their advice more accessible than ever before. This digital transformation will enable their expert legal advice to reach and help more people than ever before.

We’re looking for a HR contractor who is motivated by the opportunity to help them modernise how the organisation operates.

Location: Hybrid e.g. Remote with 2 days a week

Contract Type: Fixed term (3-6 -Month FT Contract)

Salary: £55k pro rata

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced and hands-on self starter HR Contractor to support an up 3-6 -month project focused on reviewing, updating, and implementing core people policies, processes, and HR documentation. The successful candidate will play a critical role in modernising and standardising our HR approach, ensuring clarity, compliance, and consistency across the organisation. .

Key Areas

• Overhaul staff-side policies, with a particular focus on all types of leave (e.g. Annual, parental, compassionate, etc.)
• Review and establish a robust poor performance policy and process, aligned with best practice and legal compliance
• Update and overhaul the employee handbook to reflect current policies, tone, and organisational values
• Develop a comprehensive onboarding and induction pack for new starters
• Rationalise and standardise the language used in staff contracts to ensure clarity and consistency
• Set up and implement a company intranet, including populating it with relevant induction materials, policies and resources
• Design and launch a staff reward/recognition voucher scheme
• Provide generalist HR expertise and practical support across the employee lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, and offboarding
• Support line managers with October mid year reviews and employee relations matters, including disciplinary and grievance procedures
• Review compliance with employment law and internal governance standards
• Review HR reporting and analytics to support strategic decision-making
• Review staff training offer and how this is structured, taken up and reported on

Qualifications & Experience

• Proven experience (5+ years) in HR consultancy, HR manager or specialist roles delivering similar projects
• Degree in HR, Business, or relevant, with CIPD Level 5 or Level 7 preferred
• Strong project management capability and delivery track record
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; adept at policy writing
• Technical literacy with intranet tools, HR systems, or document platforms
• Experience designing employee recognition or rewards schemes desirable
• Knowledge of IR35 framework (contracting compliance) beneficial

  PEEQ

Desirable

• Experience working in a range of sectors e.g. Charity / nonprofit / public / private sector are relevant.
• Change management or organisational development knowledge

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

City of London

Type of Contract

Part-time jobs

Published at

18-09-2025

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English