Hr Officer

Global CTS Recruitment; East Hagbourne; On-site; GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in Didcot is seeking a proactive HR Officer to shape employee experiences and manage HR operations. The ideal candidate will have experience in a small HR team and strong skills in recruitment and employee relations. This role offers opportunities for professional development and a collaborative team environment. Competitive salary up to £35,000 DOE.

Benefits

Flexi-time

Company matched pension up to 8%

Private healthcare

25 days annual leave + BH

Death in service benefit

Income protection

Bonus scheme up to 10% based on performance

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a broad HR role including recruitment.
• Solid understanding of HR best practices and employment law.

Responsibilities

• Lead HR administration and be the first contact for HR inquiries.
• Manage end-to-end recruitment and onboarding effectively.
• Support employee relations cases with professionalism.

Skills

Experience in small HR team

CIPD Level 3 qualification

Knowledge of employment law

Confident with Microsoft Office

Strong relationship-building skills

Organised and detail-oriented

Education

CIPD Level 3 qualification or working towards

Tools

HR systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

HR Officer

Didcot - fully office based role

Car driver, with occasional travel to other sites in UK

up to £35,000 DOE,

Are you passionate about HR, who thrives on variety and enjoys making a real impact? Do you want to play a key role in shaping employee experiences from day one to day 1,000? If yes, this could be the perfect opportunity.

We're looking for a proactive HR Officer to join a close-knit HR team in Didcot. This could be the perfect opportunity for a switched on HR grad or HR Administrator looking for a progressive role. In this role, you'll be the go-to person for colleagues across the business, guiding managers, supporting employees and keeping HR operations running smoothly. From recruitment to well-being initiatives, you'll have your hands in every part of the employee journey.

Why Apply

• Flexi-time
• Pension (company matches up to 8% contribution)
• Private healthcare and healthcare cash plan
• 25 days annual leave + BH
• Death in service
• Income protection
• Bonus scheme (up to 10%) based on company performance

What you'll be doing

• Leading HR administration and being the first point of contact for all things HR from pay and benefits to policies and procedures
• Running end-to-end recruitment, on-boarding and off-boarding processes, ensuring every colleague has a positive experience
• Supporting employee relations cases (absence, disciplinaries, grievances) with professionalism and empathy
• Coordinating apprenticeships, internships and training programmes to support future talent
• Driving well-being initiatives and managing occupational health services
• Administering HR systems, payroll data, and producing insightful HR reports
• Supporting culture, engagement, and community initiatives that make us an employer of choice
• Pitching in with wider office and event support to keep our business running like clockwork

What we're looking for

• Experience of working within a small HR team with prior experience in a broad HR role, including recruitment and employee relations
• CIPD Level 3 qualification (or working towards)
• Solid knowledge of employment law and HR best practice
• Confident with Microsoft Office and HR systems
• A people person who is approachable, trustworthy and able to build strong relationships
• Organised, detail-driven and solutions-focused with plenty of energy and enthusiasm
• Experience in manufacturing or engineering is a bonus, but not essential

What you'll gain

• A role where your ideas and input are truly valued
• The chance to shape employee experiences and well-being across the company
• Exposure to a wide range of HR practices ideal for someone looking to develop and progress
• A supportive, collaborative team environment where no one day is the same

If you're passionate about people and ready to roll up your sleeves, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and help us build a workplace where everyone can thrive.

Global CTS Limited

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