Human Resources Officer

Cathedral Appointments | South West Recruitment; Exeter; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected professional services firm in Exeter is seeking an HR Officer to deliver a high-quality HR service. This role involves supporting recruitment, compliance, and employee wellbeing initiatives in a people-centric environment. The company values ethical business and community impact, offering a hybrid working model and various employee benefits.

Benefits

25 days’ holiday plus Bank holidays and birthday

Three additional days’ paid leave for good causes

Comprehensive wellbeing support

Life assurance

Private medical insurance schemes

Progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in HR Officer or generalist role.
• Up-to-date knowledge of UK employment law.

Responsibilities

• Support across the full HR lifecycle including recruitment and onboarding.
• Champion employee wellbeing and engagement initiatives.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Organisational Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

CIPD Qualification

Job description

Competitive Salary | Hybrid working | Exeter

Are you passionate about people, performance and purpose? A respected professional services firm is seeking a talented HR Officer to join their high-performing Human Resources team.

This is more than just an HR job - it’s an opportunity to be part of a people-centric business that puts employee wellbeing, community impact, and ethical business at its core.

Role:

As HR Officer, you will play a vital role in delivering a high-quality, generalist HR service across the firm. Reporting to the HR Manager, you'll support the full spectrum of HR responsibilities—from recruitment and compliance to wellbeing and engagement.

Responsibilities of the HR Officer: -

• Provide support across the full HR lifecycle including recruitment, onboarding, absence and performance management
• Champion employee wellbeing and engagement initiatives aligned with company values
• Ensure compliance with employment legislation, internal policies, and regulatory obligations
• Contribute to HR projects, policy updates, and continuous improvement initiatives

Requirements for the HR Officer: -

• A minimum of 2 years’ experience in a similar HR Officer or generalist role
• Up-to-date knowledge of UK employment law and experience using HRIS platforms
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and organisational skills with strong attention to detail
• CIPD qualification (full or part) and experience in a professional services environment are highly desirable

Benefits:

The company likes its team to feel rewarded for a job well done. As well as a competitive salary they offer

• Hybrid Working with regular access to the Exeter office
• 25 days’ holiday per year plus Bank holidays and your birthday
• Three additional days’ paid leave to support good causes
• Comprehensive wellbeing support
• Life assurance
• Private medical insurance schemes
• Progression opportunities –including, regular training, qualification options, mentorship, and continued professional development.

If you're an experienced HR professional looking to make a difference in a collaborative and forward-thinking environment, we'd love to hear from you.

Note on Sponsorship: We regret to inform you that at this time, we are unable to offer sponsorship for work authorisation for this role. Therefore, candidates must possess valid authorisation to work in the UK without requiring visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Recruitment Consultant: Charlotte Coke

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