We are recruiting for a full time People Advisor role on a fixed term basis for 12 months

Your passion has never had a greater purpose

Here at SEPA, we’re connected by a passion that drives us to be purposeful in every action we take – to protect our environment. Through our expertise, we lead projects that make a difference for Scotland, and our workplaces are grounded in respect for that expertise.

That’s why, when you join us as People Advisor , you’ll discover enriching benefits, meaningful support, and opportunities to learn every day. That’s what it means to be Passionately Purposeful – for our environment, and for your career.

Work that goes beyond your desk

Experts at what we do, we work in a professional way towards our shared goals, knowing the work we do makes a genuine, lasting difference on the environment. As People Advisor , that involves:

Providing professional HR advice and guidance to managers and colleagues on a range of people-related matters, ensuring alignment with policy and best practice
Managing a caseload of employee relations issues, including disciplinary, grievance, absence management and performance, supporting fair and timely outcomes
Supporting the development, review and implementation of HR policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with current employment legislation
Producing clear and concise documentation, including letters, reports and guidance materials, translating complex information into accessible content
Building effective working relationships with stakeholders, acting as a trusted advisor and supporting people-related decision making
Maintaining accurate People records, systems and case documentation in line with data protection and organisational requirements
Monitoring trends and identify opportunities for continuous improvement in HR processes, policies and employee experience
Contributing to HR projects, initiatives and wider organisational activities as required
Working collaboratively as part of the HR team, sharing knowledge, supporting colleagues and contributing to a positive, inclusive environment that enables collective success and high-quality service delivery

Respect for your expertise

This is a highly important role within our People, Workspaces & Development portfolio, which means you’ll need:

Qualified to SCQF Level 8–10 (e.g. minimum HND) with CIPD (or working towards) or equivalent experience
Strong working knowledge of HR best practices and employment legislation, with the ability to apply this in a practical, business-focused way
Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with confidence advising and influencing managers at all levels
Proven ability to manage a varied employee relations caseload, applying sound judgement and a pragmatic, people-focused approach to achieve fair and consistent outcomes
Highly organised, with the ability to prioritise effectively in a fast-paced environment and balance multiple deadlines

Please open the link to the People Advisor role profile link which outlines the core responsibilities and expectations of the role within a defined activity family. Please note the role profile name may be different to the job title being advertised.

Support that goes beyond the workplace

We’re cultivating a workplace that supports not only your passion and your professional lives, but your personal life. So, you’ll find benefits that make a difference at work and at home. Such as:

Hybrid and Flexible working opportunities
Up to 35 days annual leave and 7 additional public holidays each year (pro rata)
Paid time off to support your Wellbeing and enable you to Volunteer in your community
Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
Progressive Family Friendly policies
Training & development to enable colleagues to improve their skills, competencies and knowledge to perform at their best.

Plus, many more lifestyle benefits such as 24/7 access to an online employee discount platform, credit union facilities and access to a Cycle to Work Scheme.

Passionately you. Purposefully supportive

SEPA is committed to promoting equality, diversity, and good relations in everything it does – as a community leader, as a provider and commissioner of services, and as an employer.

Passionately Purposeful about Scotland’s environment – and your career.

Protecting our environment, promoting our work, and supporting our people, working at SEPA means being part of an organisation that’s grounded in respect for your expertise – and your wellbeing. So you can be your best, and make the biggest impact.

We recruit solely based on merit. Our shortlisting process is conducted on an anonymous basis. Please ensure that you include all relevant information when you apply.

We support flexible working arrangements to help you maintain a healthy balance between career and homelife. This includes working part time, reduced hours, job sharing, working remotely. As a flexible first employer we are open to having conversations about flexible working arrangements that work for you and SEPA from day 1 of your employment with us.

We are proud to be a 'Disability Confident' employer and will work to identify and implement reasonable adjustments and equipment to support you in the role that you do.

Applicants with a visual impairment can request job descriptions and application forms in Braille, large print or on tape.

For the security and wellbeing of our colleagues, successful candidates will undergo Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) pre-employment checks including a level one Disclosure Scotland check.

If you have questions or need any assistance with the recruitment process please contact SEPA’s Recruitment Team at recruitment@sepa.org.uk

Apply now to join a Passionately Purposeful workplace