HR Advisor - Maternity Cover

Job Introduction

About us

Do you aspire to work in a welcoming, innovative, forward-thinking, inclusive and supportive organisation where you can also learn and develop?  YPO might be the perfect fit for you!

With 50 years of experience, YPO has been dedicated to supporting the public sector. Our journey began five decades ago when 13 local authorities united to streamline their purchasing needs and enhance efficiency, forming the organisation we know today.

As a 100% publicly owned entity by our 13 member authorities, we ensure that our profits are reinvested into our public sector customers, offering even greater value for money.  Discover more about our company and culture at Start a career at YPO | YPO.

YPO is committed to eliminating discrimination and encouraging diversity amongst our workforce. Our aim is that our workforce will be truly representative of all sections of society, and each employee feels respected and able to give their best.

If this position is advertised as a full-time role (37 hours per week), YPO is pleased to consider requests for flexible working arrangements, including part-time hours and job-sharing opportunities. We are committed to supporting work-life balance and encourage candidates to discuss their preferred working patterns with us.

About the Role

Are you an experienced HR professional ready to take the next step in your career? We’re looking for a confident, credible and solutions‑focused HR Advisor to join our HR and People Services team on a 12‑month fixed‑term contract to cover maternity leave.

This is a fantastic opportunity to bring your expertise in complex employee relations, organisational change and HR policy development to a team committed to delivering excellent service and continuous improvement. Working closely with our HR Business Partners and wider HR team, you’ll provide high‑quality HR guidance that positively impacts leaders, colleagues and organisational outcomes.

About You

As YPO continues to expand, we are seeking a driven and enthusiastic individual to join our team. Drawing from the skills and experience section of the Job Description, we seek someone who has:

• CIPD Level 5 (or equivalent) with strong generalist HR experience.
• Solid understanding of employment law and organisational change.
• Confident communication, influencing and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver high‑quality work.

For a detailed description of the role and required skills, please refer to the job description attached below.

What’s in it for you?

We are proud to offer a fantastic range of benefits, including:

• Generous annual leave, from 24 days a year, plus 8 days statutory bank holidays and 3 discretionary closedown days at Christmas
• Local Government Pension through West Yorkshire Pension Fund 
• Recognition of continuous service from current employment with a relevant public sector body may apply (please email recruitment@ypo.co.uk for further information)
• A comprehensive health and wellbeing package
• Flexi scheme and flexible working options available (please discuss your preferred working requirements with the manager at interview)
• Family friendly policies
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Subsidised canteen
• Free parking available

To have a confidential and informal discussion about this role, or for any additional support, please contact Helen Bellwood, HR Business Partner on 07552 959453 or helen.bellwood@ypo.co.uk. 

Interviews are scheduled to take place on the 20th and 27th April 2026, in-person at our office in Wakefield.