HR Officer

Adecco Portugal; Exeter; Hybrid; GBP 23,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Adecco are recruiting for a HR Officer to work within the Devon & Cornwall Police Force, based in Exeter. This temporary, full-time role offers a 37-hour week and an hourly rate of £17.97. The assignment ends on 22 November 2027 and requires police vetting and UK residency for at least 3 years.

You will manage grievances, support investigations, provide HR guidance to managers and work with trade unions to support meetings and appeals. Hybrid working is available where business needs allow.

Qualifications

• Experience in HR or employee relations with case management knowledge.
• Strong communication abilities, resilience and empathy.
• Solid understanding of employment legislation and HR best practises.
• Good investigative, analytical and report-writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Grievance management from initial concerns to resolution.
• Conduct impartial investigations and prepare reports.
• Provide HR advice to managers on workplace disputes.
• Collaborate with managers, trade unions and stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate records and MI related to grievance cases.

Skills

HR/employee relations

Case management

Investigation

Data analysis

Report writing

Communication skills

Job description

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

Location: Exeter

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.

Our client is eager to find talented individuals who are ready to contribute to a positive and fair workplace. Don't miss out on this chance to be part of a meaningful cause!

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.

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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