HR Officer

MCS Group; Derry and Strabane District; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A progressive manufacturing organisation in Derry is seeking an experienced HR Officer to oversee all aspects of HR. Responsibilities include managing the recruitment process, delivering training, and implementing development plans. The ideal candidate should have over 2 years' experience in HR and strong knowledge of HR processes. This role offers excellent training and career progression, with a competitive salary up to £35k.

Benefits

Excellent training opportunities

Company profit share scheme

Early Friday finish

Qualifications

• 2+ years' experience in HR Officer or similar role.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of HR within the organisation.
• Oversee end-to-end recruitment process.
• Deliver induction training and support learning initiatives.
• Maintain training analysis and development plans.
• Manage payroll administration.

Skills

Strong knowledge of HR processes

Strong communication skills

Stakeholder management skills

Education

CIPD qualification

Job description

HR Officer - Manufacturing - Derry

MCS Group is delighted to be working with a progressive and ambitious manufacturing organisation, who are seeking a motivated and experienced HR Officer to join their team on a permanent basis. Reporting to senior management, this role will oversee and manage all aspects of HR within the business while providing support and guidance across the full employee lifecycle.

Role & Responsibilities

• Manage and administer all aspects of HR within the organisation
• Oversee the end-to-end recruitment process, from drafting job descriptions to onboarding new hires
• Deliver induction training and support ongoing learning & development initiatives
• Maintain training/skills analysis and implement development plans
• Manage payroll administration
• Oversee absence management, employee relations, and performance management
• Develop and maintain HR policies and procedures, ensuring consistency and compliance
• Ensure fair employment monitoring and reporting obligations are met
• Support health & safety requirements where needed

The Ideal Candidate

• 2+ years' experience in an HR Officer, HR Generalist, or similar role
• Strong knowledge of HR processes, policies, and employment legislation
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• CIPD-qualified or working towards (advantageous)
• Previous experience in a manufacturing environment (desirable)

What's in it for you?

• Excellent training and career progression opportunities
• Company profit share scheme
• Early Friday finish
• Competitive salary up to £35k

To speak in absolute confidence about this opportunity please send an up-to-date CV via the link provided or contact Mary-Kate Fox, Associate HR Recruitment Consultant at MCS Group on 028 9693 5507 or email [e-mail].

Even if this position is not right for you, we may have others that are. Please visit www.mcsgroup.jobs to view a wide selection of our current opportunities.

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MCS Group is committed to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion for all, being the first recruitment agency in NI to achieve Bronze Diversity Mark accreditation. If you have a disability which means you require a reasonable adjustment to be considered at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact us and we will endeavour to facilitate the request.