HR Generalist

Pure Resourcing Solutions Limited

HR Generalist (ER Focused)
Hybrid, North Essex
Up to £55,000pa
1 Year Fixed Term Contract

Pure are delighted to be working on a unique opportunity that has arisen for an experienced HR Generalist with strong Employee Relations expertise to join a well-established, purpose-driven organisation on a 12-month fixed-term basis.
This is a hands-on role where you will play a key part in managing complex ER casework, supporting managers, and stabilising HR operations within a fast-paced environment. You will bring structure, confidence, and pace to a busy function while helping lay the foundations for future improvements.

Key Responsibilities
Employee Relations & Case Management
  • Lead and manage a high volume of complex ER cases, including disciplinary, grievance, absence, and capability matters
  • Provide clear, pragmatic, and legally sound guidance to managers
  • Ensure timely progression of cases with strong documentation and risk management
  • Identify trends and provide insights to support continuous improvement
Manager Coaching & Capability Building
  • Coach and support managers in handling people issues effectively
  • Build confidence in applying HR policy and employment law
  • Provide real-time guidance across performance, conduct, and wellbeing matters
  • Deliver case debriefs and knowledge-sharing to upskill leadership teams
Operational HR Delivery
  • Provide accurate and timely advice on HR policies and processes
  • Support and enhance HR procedures, templates, and toolkits
  • Step into operational gaps to ensure service continuity
Process Improvement & Future Planning
  • Introduce structure and consistency across ER and HR processes
  • Support the transition towards a more proactive, business-partnering HR model
  • Contribute to building a data-led and insight-driven HR function
Team Leadership
  • Line manage junior HR team members
  • Promote a collaborative, high-performance, and learning-focused culture
  • Support wider team development and capability building

About You
Experience
  • Strong HR generalist background with significant ER case management experience
  • Proven ability to handle complex and high-volume workloads
  • Experience coaching and developing managers
  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment
  • Track record of improving processes and delivering operational HR support
Qualifications
  • CIPD Level 7 qualified (or equivalent experience)
Key Skills & Competencies
  • Sound knowledge of UK employment law
  • Strong influencing and stakeholder management skills
  • High levels of professionalism, integrity, and sound judgement
  • Commercial awareness and problem-solving ability
  • Passion for delivering high-quality HR services and continuous improvement

Why Apply?
  • Opportunity to make a visible impact in a busy HR function
  • Exposure to complex ER work and organisational improvement projects
  • Join a values-driven organisation with a strong sense of purpose
  • Competitive salary and flexible working arrangements
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