HR Officer

Hays Human Resources; Carrickfergus; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established manufacturing organisation in County Antrim is seeking an HR Officer to deliver high-quality HR services across all departments. This hands-on role involves supporting the full employee lifecycle, from recruitment to employee relations and wellbeing initiatives, while contributing to strategic HR projects in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary DOE

Free on-site parking

Enhanced pension contribution up to 14%

Learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• 3+ years' experience in a generalist HR role.
• Strong knowledge of employment legislation.
• Proactive and adaptable approach.

Responsibilities

• Support all HR functions across the employee lifecycle.
• Maintain HR systems and coordinate recruitment processes.
• Act as a key contact for HR policies and procedures.

Skills

Employee relations

Coaching

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organisational skills

Education

Relevant third-level qualification

CIPD accreditation

Tools

Microsoft Office

PAMS

NorthTime Pro

Job description

Your new company
You'll be joining a well-established and forward-thinking manufacturing organisation based in County Antrim, known for its commitment to innovation, quality, and employee development. With a strong presence in the local community and a focus on continuous improvement, this company offers a dynamic and supportive environment where HR plays a key role in driving organisational success.


Your new role
As an HR Officer, you will play a pivotal role in delivering a comprehensive and high-quality HR service across all departments. This is a varied and hands-on position where you'll support the full employee lifecycle, from recruitment and onboarding to employee relations and wellbeing initiatives. You'll be responsible for maintaining HR systems, coordinating recruitment processes, supporting line managers, and contributing to strategic HR projects. You'll also act as a key point of contact for staff, ensuring HR policies and procedures are effectively implemented and adhered to.


What you'll need to succeed
To thrive in this role, you'll need:

• A relevant third-level qualification and/or CIPD accreditation.
• At least three years' experience in a generalist HR role.
• Proven experience handling employee relations and providing coaching to managers.
• Strong knowledge of employment legislation and HR best practices.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and confidence in working with HR systems (experience with PAMS and NorthTime Pro is desirable).
• A proactive, adaptable approach with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  
  
  

What you'll get in return

• Competitive salary DOE
• Two roles available - permanent and FTC 12 months
• Free on-site parking
• Enhanced pension contribution up to 14%
• Learning and development opportunities
• You'll gain exposure to a wide range of HR functions and have the chance to contribute to meaningful projects that support employee wellbeing, community engagement, and organisational development.

What you need to do now
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