Global HR Partner | Employee Relations & Onboarding

The Pearson Whiffin Recruitment Group; Whitstable; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pearson Whiffin Recruitment Group is seeking an experienced HR Generalist to join our growing global business in East Kent. The role focuses on employee relations, onboarding, salary reviews and staff development, with opportunities to travel and work with international teams.

Ideally, CIPD Level 5 or equivalent HR experience is preferred, and experience handling international staff is a strong plus. This is an office-based position requiring collaboration with a close-knit team.

Qualifications

• Ideally CIPD Level 5 qualification, or several years HR experience.
• Experience working with international employees would be a big plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day HR support and guidance to employees and managers across the business.
• Support employee development, training and ongoing performance reviews.
• Assist with HR policies, procedures and employment legislation compliance.
• Manage a range of employee relations matters, including disciplinary and grievance processes.
• Support international employee matters, including work permits, visas and relevant compliance requirements.
• Contribute to initiatives that improve employee engagement, retention and workplace culture.
• Assist with onboarding and other key stages of the employee lifecycle.
• Provide guidance on general HR matters and support managers with people-related issues.
• Help coordinate organisational changes and wider HR projects.
• Identify opportunities to improve HR processes and the overall employee experience.
• Support workforce planning and career development initiatives.
• Assist with HR administration and employment matters across different locations.

Job description

The Pearson Whiffin Recruitment Group is seeking an experienced HR Generalist to join our growing global business in East Kent. The role focuses on employee relations, onboarding, salary reviews and staff development, with opportunities to travel and work with international teams.

Ideally, CIPD Level 5 or equivalent HR experience is preferred, and experience handling international staff is a strong plus. This is an office-based position requiring collaboration with a close-knit team.