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People Advisor (With Payroll)- 6M FTC

Edinburgh, EH2, UK
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Company: MICHAEL PAGE

Job Type: Contract, Full Time

Salary: £42000 - £50000/annum + additional benefits (doe)

The People Advisor 6m FTC role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the Human Resources team within the Technology industry. Based in Edinburgh, this position focuses on providing HR expertise and guidance to support the organisation's workforce.

Client Details

Successful Technology business, this role being based out of their Edinburgh City Centre Office.

Description

Payroll & Employee Support

Collect monthly payroll inputs (starters, leavers, changes).
Validate on‑call/overtime payments and update payroll system.
Process statutory payments (SMP, SPP, SSP, SHPP) and verify evidence.
Maintain accurate payroll and HRIS data.
Respond promptly to payroll queries.
Produce employment letters.
Work with payroll provider to resolve discrepancies.

Employee Relations

Log and track all ER cases.
Support managers with case notes, meeting scheduling, and documentation.
Maintain GDPR‑compliant, confidential ER files.
Draft invite and outcome letters, plus supporting documents.
Attend meetings as note‑taker and provide admin support.
Support investigations by gathering policies, evidence, and historical records.
Monitor absence triggers and alert managers when action is needed.
Manage fit notes and ensure accurate absence reporting to payroll.
Support OH referrals and follow-up actions.
Prepare documents for informal and formal processes.
Guide managers through correct procedures.
Escalate risks to the People Partner/ER Specialist.
Benefits & Reporting Administration

Process benefit joiners and leavers.
Manage benefit queries and liaise with providers.
Support renewals and employee communications.
Identify inefficiencies and suggest process improvements.
Create templates, trackers, and FAQs to streamline workflows.
Produce reports (sickness, turnover, headcount, payroll accuracy).

Profile

A successful People Advisor 6m FTC should have:

Previous experience in a Human Resources Advisor/ Generalist role.
Previous experience with Payroll
A strong understanding of employment law and HR best practices.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
The ability to manage multiple priorities effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Proficiency with HR systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
A proactive and solution-focused approach to challenges.Job Offer

Competitive salary range of £43,000 to £50,000 per annum.
Available for a 6 month FTC ASAP
3-4 days in Edinburgh City Centre Office
Collaborative and professional working environment in Edinburgh.
Potential for growth and development within a fantastic Human Resources department
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