HR Officer

Hunter Savage; Carrickfergus; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in County Antrim is looking for an experienced HR Officer. This role involves supporting all HR functions including employee relations and recruitment. Candidates should have at least 2-3 years of relevant experience and a relevant qualification. The position offers a salary of £34,000 - £37,000 and opportunities for career development in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Early finish on Fridays

Free car parking

Health cash plan

Generous pension

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-3 years’ experience in a generalist HR Officer/Advisor role.
• Experience in a fast-paced, commercial environment is essential.
• Experience handling employee relations and coaching managers.

Responsibilities

• Support the full HR function, including employee relations and recruitment.
• Co-ordinate recruitment procedures and administer selection testing.
• Provide HR coaching and guidance to line management.

Skills

Strong communication

Organisational skills

Problem-solving skills

Adaptability

Collaboration

Education

Relevant 3rd level qualification and/or CIPD qualification

Job description

HR Officer/Generalist
Location: County Antrim
Contract Type: Full-Time / Permanent
Salary: £34,000 – £37,000 plus benefits

We are hiring for a highly successful, well established production client in the County Antrim area, who are seeking an experienced HR Officer to provide operational support across all HR functions.

This is a hands-on, generalist HR role within a dynamic team, where you will assist with employee relations, recruitment, HR projects, and organisational initiatives.

You will have the opportunity to develop your career in a supportive environment and make a real impact across the organisation.

Top Things to Know About This Job:

• Salary: £34,000 – £37,000 plus benefits
• Full-time, permanent role based in County Antrim
• Hands-on, generalist HR role offering broad experience and career growth

The Role:

• Support the full HR function, including employee relations, recruitment, payroll administration, and HR projects
• Co-ordinate recruitment procedures, chair shortlisting and interview panels, and administer selection testing
• Maintain HR systems and databases to extract, analyse, and report HR data
• Assist with job descriptions, policy implementation, and health & wellbeing initiatives
• Participate in community outreach, careers events, and provide HR support across the organisation
• Provide HR coaching and guidance to line management and staff on day-to-day HR matters
• Ensure compliance with company policies, statutory requirements, and best practice

The Person:

• Relevant 3rd level qualification and/or CIPD qualification
• Minimum 2-3 years’ experience in a generalist, HR Officer/Advisor level role
• Experience working within a fast paced, commercial environment, essential
• Experience handling employee relations and providing coaching/support to managers and staff
• Strong communication, organisational, and problem-solving skills
• Adaptable, collaborative, and able to manage multiple priorities

The Rewards:

• £34,000 – £37,000 plus benefits
• Permanent, full-time role
• Early finish on Fridays
• County Antrim location
• Free car parking
• Health cash plan
• Generous pension
• Career development opportunities
• Supportive, collaborative team culture
• Exposure to a broad range of HR functions in a busy, multi-department environment

Next Steps:

For further information and to apply for this HR Officer role, please contact Stephanie Mulholland at Hunter Savage.

We reserve the right to heighten shortlisting criteria dependent on the calibre of response

Expert, confidential advice is provided, and salary details are based on experience and expertise.