7830 HR Officer

Adecco; Devon and Torbay; Hybrid; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional Development

Diversity and Wellbeing

Flexible Working

Job summary

Adecco is recruiting an HR Officer to support Devon and Cornwall Police, based at Crownhill/ Plymouth. The role is a full-time, temporary position with 37 hours per week and a £17.97 per hour rate, ending October 2027. The role requires UK residency for 3+ years and police vetting.

You will lead grievance cases, investigations, and HR advisory support for managers. Join the HR Delivery team handling employee relations for over 5,000 officers, staff and volunteers.

Qualifications

• Experience in HR or employee relations and case management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee grievance management from initial concerns to resolution.
• Conduct impartial investigations into employee relations matters and prepare reports.
• Provide professional HR advice to managers on workplace disputes.
• Collaborate with managers, trade unions and stakeholders on grievance meetings and appeals.
• Maintain accurate records and MI related to grievance cases.

Skills

HR knowledge

Case management

Investigation writing

Stakeholder management

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Adecco are pleased to be recruiting for a HR Officer to work within the Dorset Police Force

Location: Plymouth - Crownhill Police Station

Contract Type: Temporary

Hourly Rate: £17.97 per hour

End Date: October 2027

Working Pattern: Full Time, Monday to Friday 37 hours per week

Driving Required: Yes

Please note this role with subject to POLICE VETTING, you will need to have been residing within the UK for a minimum of 3 years

Our client is seeking an experienced HR Officer to join their HR Delivery team in the public services sector. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the management and coordination of grievances within Devon and Cornwall Police, ensuring a fair and supportive workplace for all employees.

Key Responsibilities

• Grievance Management: Oversee and coordinate grievance cases from initial concerns through to resolution.
• Investigative Support: Conduct thorough, impartial investigations into employee relations matters and prepare detailed investigation reports.
• Advisory Role: Provide professional HR advice to managers on workplace disputes, fostering positive relationships and effective conflict resolution.
• Collaboration: Work closely with managers, Trade Unions, and stakeholders to support grievance meetings and appeals.
• Record Maintenance: Ensure accurate record-keeping and management information related to grievance cases.

About the Team

The HR Delivery team is dedicated to providing effective people management support across Devon and Cornwall, dealing with complex employee management issues. The HR Corporate Support team offers technical employment advice and oversight, promoting shared learning and development within a supportive environment.

About You

• Experience: Proven experience in HR or employee relations, with a strong understanding of case management.
• Communication Skills: Exceptional communication abilities, displaying resilience, empathy, and assertiveness.
• Legislative Knowledge: Sound understanding of employment legislation and HR best practises.
• Problem Solver: Effective problem-solving skills, with proficiency in report writing, investigation, and data analysis.

What's in it for You

• Professional Development: Opportunities to enhance your skills through training and support in a collaborative environment.
• Diversity and Wellbeing: A commitment to valuing diversity, health, and wellbeing, with access to a wealth of resources to support your career and personal life.
• Flexible Working: As a hybrid worker, enjoy the flexibility of remote work where business needs allow.

This role not only offers a chance to make a significant impact on the workplace culture but also provides the platform to act as a professional advisor and lead various HR activities for over 5,000 officers, staff, and volunteers.

Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career.

If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.