HR Officer

Adecco Portugal; Devon and Torbay; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Job summary

Adecco are recruiting for a HR Officer to work within the Devon & Cornwall Police Force in Plymouth, UK. This temporary role is 37 hours per week (Mon-Fri) with a £17.97 hourly rate and an end date of 22 November 2027. Driving is required.

The role sits in the HR Delivery team and involves grievance management, investigations and advisory support. Applicants should have proven HR/employee relations experience, strong communication, and knowledge of employment legislation.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in HR or employee relations with case management.
• Strong communication abilities, resilience, empathy, and assertiveness.
• Sound understanding of employment legislation and HR best practises.
• Effective problem-solving with report writing, investigation, and data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Grievance Management: Oversee and coordinate grievance cases from initial concerns through to resolution.
• Investigative Support: Conduct thorough, impartial investigations into employee relations matters and prepare detailed investigation reports.
• Advisory Role: Provide professional HR advice to managers on workplace disputes, fostering positive relationships and effective conflict resolution.
• Collaboration: Work closely with managers, Trade Unions, and stakeholders to support grievance meetings and appeals.
• Record Maintenance: Ensure accurate record-keeping and management information related to grievance cases.

Skills

HR experience

Communication

Employment law

Investigation skills

Job description

Adecco are pleased to be recruiting for a HR Officer to work within the Devon & Cornwall Police Force

Location: Plymouth
Contract Type: Temporary
Hourly Rate: £17.97 per hour
End Date: November 22, 2027
Working Pattern: Full Time, Monday to Friday 37 hours per week
Driving Required: Yes

Please note this role with subject to POLICE VETTING, you will need to have been residing within the UK for a minimum of 3 years

Our client is seeking two dynamic and experienced HR Officers to join their HR Delivery team in the public services sector. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the management and coordination of grievances within Devon and Cornwall Police, ensuring a fair and supportive workplace for all employees.

Key Responsibilities

• Grievance Management: Oversee and coordinate grievance cases from initial concerns through to resolution.
• Investigative Support: Conduct thorough, impartial investigations into employee relations matters and prepare detailed investigation reports.
• Advisory Role: Provide professional HR advice to managers on workplace disputes, fostering positive relationships and effective conflict resolution.
• Collaboration: Work closely with managers, Trade Unions, and stakeholders to support grievance meetings and appeals.
• Record Maintenance: Ensure accurate record-keeping and management information related to grievance cases.

About the Team

The HR Delivery team is dedicated to providing effective people management support across Devon and Cornwall, dealing with complex employee management issues. The HR Corporate Support team offers technical employment advice and oversight, promoting shared learning and development within a supportive environment.

About You

• Experience: Proven experience in HR or employee relations, with a strong understanding of case management.
• Communication Skills: Exceptional communication abilities, displaying resilience, empathy, and assertiveness.
• Legislative Knowledge: Sound understanding of employment legislation and HR best practises.
• Problem Solver: Effective problem-solving skills, with proficiency in report writing, investigation, and data analysis.

What's in it for You

• Professional Development: Opportunities to enhance your skills through training and support in a collaborative environment.
• Diversity and Wellbeing: A commitment to valuing diversity, health, and wellbeing, with access to a wealth of resources to support your career and personal life.
• Flexible Working: As a hybrid worker, enjoy the flexibility of remote work where business needs allow.

This role not only offers a chance to make a significant impact on the workplace culture but also provides the platform to act as a professional advisor and lead various HR activities for over 5,000 officers, staff, and volunteers.

If you are a passionate HR professional looking to make a difference in a supportive and dynamic environment, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

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