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The Scottish Qualifications Authority is Scotland’s national awarding and accreditation body. We are trusted to oversee thousands of qualifications available in schools, colleges, workplaces, and around the world.

We are looking for a People Advisor to work within the People Directorate, in our HR Team, to support our culture and values, promote staff engagement and wellbeing, and foster their commitment to SQA's success.

The successful candidate will provide generalist HR support across the team to help achieve operational objectives.

You must demonstrate skills and experience in:

• Providing administrative and diary management support to the Head of Service or Senior Management
• Supporting managers and employees on routine case management and employee relations issues in line with policy, legislation, and best practices
• Participating in and supporting HR-related projects
• Maintaining good communication skills and confidentiality
• Proficiency in MS Office and relevant HR systems
• Experience in providing administrative and advisory support in an HR environment
• Ability to work independently, often under stress, while meeting deadlines
• Strong organizational skills and a methodical approach

Applicants should be educated to SCQF Level 8, ideally with a professional HR qualification or equivalent HR work experience.

SQA offers a comprehensive benefits package, including hybrid working, a career-average pension scheme, well-being and health programs, development opportunities, and 27 days annual leave plus 14 public holidays. Find out more here.

If you believe you have the skills, knowledge, and experience for this role, please apply below. For secondments, prior approval from your line manager and Head of Service is required.

SQA welcomes applications from all community sections.

Tha Plana Gàidhlig aig SQA agus tha sinn dealasach le na h-amasan sa Phlana Cànain Nàiseanta Ghàidhlig (SQA has a Gaelic Language Plan), and we are committed to the aims of the National Gaelic Language Plan.

We are an Equal Opportunities employer, encouraging applications from all community members. We support the Disability Confident Initiative and offer a guaranteed interview to applicants who consider themselves disabled and meet the competency requirements.