HR Generalist in Reading, Berkshire

HR Generalist

Reading, Berkshire | Hybrid Working
Permanent

About the Opportunity

We are looking for an organised and proactive HR Generalist to join a growing and innovative technology business in Reading.

This is a varied, hands-on role supporting the full employee lifecycle, from recruitment and onboarding through to employee relations, HR administration and offboarding.

Working closely with the wider HR team, you will help ensure HR processes run smoothly, provide first-line support to employees and managers, and contribute to a positive employee experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate recruitment activities, including job adverts, interviews, offers and pre-employment screening.

• Manage onboarding, inductions, probation reviews and employee offboarding.

• Maintain accurate employee records, contracts and HR documentation using the company's HR system.

• Provide day-to-day HR support to employees and managers, ensuring compliance with UK employment legislation.

• Administer employee changes, absence records, benefits and HR reporting.

• Support employee relations processes, wellbeing initiatives and engagement activities.

• Provide occasional support with office and facilities management.

Skills & Experience Required

• Previous experience in an HR Generalist, HR Coordinator or HR Administrator role.

• Good understanding of UK employment law, HR processes and GDPR requirements.

• Experience coordinating recruitment, onboarding and pre-employment checks.

• Confident using HR systems and Microsoft Office applications.

• Excellent organisational, communication and interpersonal skills.

• CIPD Level 3 or 5 qualification (or working towards) desirable.

• Experience within technology, engineering, defence or regulated environments advantageous.

• Must have the right to work in the UK and be eligible for UK Security Clearance (SC).

This is a fantastic opportunity for an HR professional looking to develop their career within a supportive, growing business, where they can make a real contribution to the employee experience