Junior Employee Relation Specialist

Provides professional advice and guidance to internal customers on HR issues in own area in order to ensure that HR policies are properly applied and implemented and high standards in HR practice are achieved and maintained.

Contributes to the development and/or implementation of functional and/or corporate projects in order to support the ongoing development of HR provision and standards.

Assists the shops regularly and consistently in order to get correct and objective feedback on employee performance, capabilities, potential and problematic issues.

Carries in ad hoc project work as required, involving internal and/or external liaison, within set guidelines provided by the Supervisor/Manager.

Liaises with internal customers and/or external agencies on the telephone and/or in writing in order to exchange information and clarify facts.

Implements appropriate filing and data retrieval systems in order to ensure ease of access to up to date information at all times.

Spot checks shops ensuring they are meeting the standards expressed by the company (image portrayed, cleanliness, company values...).

Maintains and evaluates appraisal systems by observing employee performance, speaking to line managers, identifying potential managers within the staff and identifying problems, weaknesses and needs within the shops.

Informs the Organizational Development department of the needs and requirements of employees, such as Training sessions, language courses and any other operationally beneficial educational activities.

Performs other activities including exit interviews, transfers and relocations processes, probationary reviews, announcements.

Skills:
§ Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, HR or Business Administration.
§ 1-2 years experience in related field.
§ Computer Knowledge.
§ Fluent in written and spoken English.
§ Ability to work as part of a team.
§ Good written and verbal communication skills.
§ Detailed understanding of relevant clerical/administrative procedures and their importance to the overall function of the department.
§ Strong understanding of Local Labour Law.