Hr Officer

HR Officer (Maternity Cover)

FTC till January 2027 (potential to go perm) 

5 days onsite

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an HR Officer to join a growing organisation on a maternity cover basis. Working as part of a collaborative HR team, this role offers broad exposure across the employee lifecycle, including Employee Relations, people processes, and HR operations.

This position is well suited to an HR professional with a solid generalist background who is looking to further develop their experience within a fast-paced and supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities

Employee Relations & People Support

Provide first-line HR support and guidance to managers on people-related matters, policies, and procedures.

Support the management of employee relations cases, ensuring a fair, consistent, and pragmatic approach.

Assist with probation reviews, performance discussions, and employee wellbeing matters.

Prepare and issue HR correspondence, including invitations, outcomes, and other employment-related documentation.

Support managers in resolving employee issues while promoting positive employee experiences.

HR Operations

Maintain accurate employee records and documentation within HR systems.

Support onboarding, employee lifecycle administration, and contractual changes.

Ensure HR processes are completed accurately and in line with company policies and employment legislation.

Monitor and track HR activities, ensuring actions are progressed and completed within agreed timescales.

Support the HR team with reporting, data analysis, and compliance requirements.

Casework & Project Support

Attend formal HR meetings and provide administrative support where required.

Assist in preparing documentation relating to employee relations matters and organisational change activities.

Support HR initiatives and projects focused on continuous improvement, employee engagement, and operational effectiveness.

Work collaboratively across the HR team to identify opportunities to enhance processes and ways of working.

About You

Experience within a generalist HR role, with an interest in developing Employee Relations expertise.

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

Strong attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality work.

Able to build positive working relationships across all levels of the organisation.

Resilient, professional, and comfortable handling sensitive and confidential matters.

Proactive, reliable, and takes ownership of responsibilities.

Skills & Experience

Essential

Previous experience in an HR Assistant or HR Officer role.

Good understanding of UK employment law and HR best practice.

Experience supporting a range of HR processes and employee relations activities.

Strong administrative and IT skills, including Microsoft Office applications.

Desirable

CIPD Level 3 qualified or working towards Level 5.

Experience supporting organisational change activity.

Experience working within a multi-site or growing organisation.

Knowledge of HR systems and reporting tools.

About the Organisation

Our client is a people-focused organisation that values collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement. With an established and supportive HR team, the business is committed to creating a positive employee experience and providing opportunities for professional development.

The organisation offers a dynamic environment where HR plays a key role in supporting both employees and business objectives.