HR Officer
<p>A temporary-to-permanent opportunity has arisen for an experienced HR Officer to join a well-established organisation in a standalone HR role, supported by a part-time administrator. This position offers exposure across all areas of HR including recruitment, employee relations, onboarding, compliance, learning and development, workforce planning, and performance management.</p> <p><br /></p> <p>This role would be particularly well suited to someone currently studying towards, or looking to progress, their CIPD Level 5 or Level 7 qualification, as it provides broad exposure across a wide range of HR functions and practical experience aligned to many areas of the CIPD framework.</p> <p><br /></p> <p>The successful candidate will provide a high-quality HR advisory and administrative service to senior management, supporting the full employee lifecycle while ensuring compliance with current employment legislation and internal policies.</p> <p><br /></p> <p>Key Responsibilities</p> <p>• Coordinate end-to-end recruitment processes for staff and volunteers</p> <p>• Work with managers to identify recruitment needs and appropriate hiring methods</p> <p>• Draft and place job adverts across multiple platforms</p> <p>• Review applications, coordinate interviews, and manage candidate communications</p> <p>• Oversee onboarding documentation including contracts, references, right to work and DBS checks</p> <p>• Support induction processes and probationary reviews</p> <p>• Maintain accurate and confidential HR records and employee files</p> <p>• Liaise with payroll regarding starters, leavers, absences, and contractual changes</p> <p>• Ensure compliance with GDPR, safeguarding, and employment legislation</p> <p>• Produce HR reports and support policy updates</p> <p>• Monitor appraisals, training records, and employee benefits administration</p> <p>• Support recruitment events and internal communications activity</p> <p>• Support managers with performance management, attendance, disciplinary, grievance, and investigation processes</p> <p>• Provide practical HR advice across a range of employee matters</p> <p>• Assist with reviewing and updating HR policies and procedures</p> <p>• Coordinate external legal support where required</p> <p><br /></p> <p>Requirements</p> <p>• Previous HR experience across a broad HR generalist role</p> <p>• Experience managing employee relations cases</p> <p>• Strong understanding of UK employment legislation and HR best practice</p> <p>• Excellent organisational and communication skills</p> <p>• Ability to manage competing priorities and work independently</p> <p>• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications</p> <p>• Professional, proactive, and able to build strong working relationships at all levels</p> <p><br /></p> <p>Qualifications</p> <p>• CIPD Level 3 or above preferred</p> <p><br /></p> <p>Additional Information</p> <p>• Full-time role, Monday to Friday</p> <p>• Occasional home working available by arrangement</p> <p>• Some travel between sites may be required</p> <p>• Enhanced DBS checks may apply due to the nature of the role</p> <p>• Temporary-to-permanent opportunity, with the potential to become a permanent position for the right candidate</p>