HR Advisor

Job Description

Aberdeenshire Council is seeking a dedicated and experienced HR Advisor to join our People service within Legal and People Services. This pivotal role offers the opportunity to deliver expert practical HR advice to managers throughout the Council, contributing to the continuous improvement and effective management of our workforce.

Main Responsibilities

• Providing professional HR guidance and support to managers across the Council
• Delivering high quality advice on performance, attendance, and complex employee matters
• Engaging early and intervening proactively to resolve case work
• Ensuring consistent and effective management of both short and long-term employee issues
• Promoting best practice and a culture of continuous improvement
• Actively participating in the Employee Relations team, with opportunities for rotation into other HR Advisor roles

Why Work for Aberdeenshire Council?

• Flexible working options
• Comprehensive wellbeing resources and a strong focus on work–life balance
• Opportunities to contribute to and influence organisational change
• Ongoing professional development and support

Salary & Application Details

• Annual salary reflects new hourly rates effective from 01/04/2026
• Interviews are anticipated to take place on 07/04/2026

If you are passionate about delivering high quality HR services and shaping the future of our workforce, we encourage you to apply. Please submit your CV and cover letter to the Aberdeenshire Council recruitment team by the application deadline.

We are an equal opportunities employer. All applications will be treated with the utmost confidence.

Informal enquiries to: Julie Bremner - 01467 534943

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Requirements

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Extensive experience in HR advisory and employee relations
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong commitment to quality service delivery and customer focus
• Ability to influence organisational change and support managers through complex issues
• Willingness to adapt as the People service undergoes review and remit changes

This post has a minimum requirement of one reference, which must be your current or most recent employer.

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