HR Officer

RSS Wessex Ltd; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established organisation in Cambridge is seeking a Generalist HR Officer. The role involves providing comprehensive HR support, overseeing recruitment, and managing employee relations in a dynamic environment. Candidates should possess prior HR experience and an understanding of UK employment law. This position offers autonomy and a range of benefits, including generous holidays and health support.

Benefits

Autonomy to manage your own workload

Early finish on Fridays

25 days holiday plus UK bank holidays

Generous employer pension contributions

Cycle to work scheme

Life assurance

Simply Health – 24/7 GP services

Qualifications

• Prior experience in an HR Officer, HR Assistant, or HR Administrator role.
• Sound understanding of UK employment law and HR best practices.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Coordinating end-to-end recruitment and onboarding processes.
• Supporting employee relations matters including investigations.
• Advising managers and employees on HR policies and procedures.

Skills

Communication

Organisational skills

Understanding of UK employment law

Education

CIPD Level 5 qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

HR Officer | Cambridge | Up to £30,000

Are you ready to take ownership of a broad HR remit in a fast-paced environment? Do you thrive on delivering proactive HR support across the employee lifecycle? If you’re looking to make a real impact in a generalist HR Officer role, this opportunity could be ideal.

Reporting and culture

Reporting into the HR Business Partner, you will join a well-established organisation where your HR expertise will be valued, and your ideas welcomed. As a HR Officer, you’ll be the go-to person for all things HR, supporting managers and employees alike.

Benefits

• Autonomy to manage your own workload and priorities
• Early finish on Fridays
• 25 days holiday plus UK bank holidays
• Generous employer pension contributions
• Cycle to work scheme
• Life assurance
• Simply Health – including 24/7 GP services, dental, and optician support

Responsibilities

• Coordinating end-to-end recruitment and onboarding processes
• Supporting employee relations matters including investigations and hearings
• Advising managers and employees on HR policies and procedures
• Managing absence, attendance, and probation reviews
• Conducting exit interviews and supporting retention strategies
• Maintaining accurate employee records and HR systems

Qualifications

• Prior experience in a HR Officer, HR Assistant, or HR Administrator role
• Sound understanding of UK employment law and HR best practices
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Outlook
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• CIPD Level 5 qualification or working towards it (advantageous)
• Experience in a manufacturing or operational environment (advantageous)

If you’re ready to take the next step in your career, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today with an up-to-date CV or call Amber or Ellie at Rubicon for more information.