HR Support Officer – 2-Month Local Authority Contract

Civic Recruitment Limited; Wakefield; On-site; AUD 47,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Civic Recruitment Limited is hiring an HR Support Officer for a 2-month contract with a local authority in Wakefield. You will be the initial contact for HR and payroll queries, assisting with recruitment, onboarding, and employee records management.

The role focuses on high-quality customer service, compliance, and supporting payroll administration across the HR function. Expect 37 hours per week; salary £18.42 per hour umbrella; duties include drafting contracts and onboarding materials for

Qualifications

• Previous experience in an administrative capacity.
• Proficiency in managing confidential and sensitive information.
• Experience providing administrative support in a dynamic office setting.
• Familiarity with computerized systems and databases.
• Education to NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualification and/or relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary contact for HR-related inquiries via email, HR systems, phone, and in-person interactions.
• Offer expert advice and guidance on HR policies, processes, and procedures.
• Manage inquiries efficiently, ensuring responses are provided within agreed timelines.
• Deliver outstanding customer service to managers, employees, and external stakeholders.
• Support the entire recruitment administration process.
• Prepare and post job advertisements.
• Coordinate applications, shortlisting, and interview scheduling.
• Handle pre-employment checks, references, and right-to-work documentation.
• Draft employment contracts and onboarding materials.
• Assist new employees throughout the onboarding process.

Skills

Administrative capacity

Confidential information handling

Office support

Computerized systems

Education

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent

Job description

Civic Recruitment Limited is hiring an HR Support Officer for a 2-month contract with a local authority in Wakefield. You will be the initial contact for HR and payroll queries, assisting with recruitment, onboarding, and employee records management.

The role focuses on high-quality customer service, compliance, and supporting payroll administration across the HR function. Expect 37 hours per week; salary £18.42 per hour umbrella; duties include drafting contracts and onboarding materials for