HR Officer

Neilson Financial Services; Hull and East Yorkshire; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services company based in Hull is seeking an experienced HR Advisor to join their team. This role focuses on employee relations, recruitment, and policy implementation while ensuring compliance with UK employment laws. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of experience, strong analytical and communication skills, and a relevant qualification. Benefits include hybrid working options, generous holiday, and ongoing training opportunities.

Benefits

No weekends

Hybrid working option

Life Assurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Local discounts

Free fruit, Flu Vaccinations

Exceptional training

Pension

23 days holiday

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years' experience in a generalist HR role.
• Up-to-date knowledge of UK employment legislation.
• Proven track record in managing employee relations.

Responsibilities

• Provide advice on employee relations matters.
• Conduct exit interviews and report feedback.
• Implement and update HR policies as needed.

Skills

HR data analysis

Employee relations management

HR policy development

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Time management

Recruitment processes

Education

Degree or equivalent qualification

CIPD or part CIPD qualified

Tools

HRIS

Payroll systems

Job description

At Neilson, we’re dedicated to helping families secure financial protection for their loved ones with a range of life insurance options. We have evolved from our origins in the UK, where the business was launched in 2012, to become an award-winning international operation and leader in the global life insurance market. Today, we have offices in the USA, Canada, Ireland, and Australia.

Location - Hull

Salary - £35000 - £40000

Main Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide advice on all employee relations matters, compliant with UK employment law, including, but not limited to performance management, disciplinaries, grievances, redundancies, restructures and other people management change initiatives
• Provide advice in relation to the maternity process, flexible working and all other family friendly processes
• Provide advice in relation to the absence management process and undertaking return to work interviews
• Conduct all exit interviews, reporting feedback and analysis
• Provide support with recruitment activity including interviewing and assessment as required
• Implement policies and update existing policies as required
• Carry out all HR administration as required and assist in individual performance management and annual review process
• Research, create and implement any new HR initiatives, as appropriate
• Produce weekly/ monthly HR reports and assist as required in payroll processing on a monthly basis, ensuring that all data is accurate at all times

Knowledge & Skills

• Degree (or equivalent) qualification or relevant professional qualification CIPD or part CIPD qualified
• Minimum of 3 years' demonstrable practical experience in a generalist HR role
• Up to date knowledge of UK employment legislation and strong research skills
• Experience in developing and implementing HR policies and procedures
• Proven track record in managing employee relations issues and change management initiatives
• Strong analytical skills with experience in HR data analysis and reporting
• Proficiency in HRIS and payroll systems
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• A strong consultative style with proven stakeholder management skills
• Ability to influence and build credible relationships at all levels of the organisation
• Resilient and adaptable in dealing with stakeholders and complex HR situations
• Flexible with the ability to work to tight deadlines whilst maintaining discretion and professionalism in all matters
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Experience in talent acquisition and recruitment processes
• Knowledge of best practices in performance management and employee development

What’s in it for you?

• No Weekends! 40 hours per week Monday to Friday, 9am - 6pm
• Option of hybrid working (dependent on results and length of service)
• We work hard but we know how to have fun too; we have regular theme days for all to enjoy.
• Tea, coffee, and milk provided!
• Life Assurance from day 1 so you are protected too
• Employee Assistance Programme to help and support with life stuff!
• Local discounts for coffee outlets, restaurants, cinemas and gyms
• Free fruit, Flu Vaccinations, Cycle to work scheme, Eye Test/Glasses Vouchers, wellbeing initiatives
• Exceptional training – giving you all the tools to succeed throughout your NFS career
• Pension & 23 days holiday

If you are passionate about making a difference, you thrive in a fast paced and entrepreneurial environment and you want to be a part of a high performing team, we would love to hear from you!

Accessibility For Job Applicants

We strive to make our job application process accessible to all individuals, including those with disabilities. If you require accommodation at any stage of the application, interview, or selection process, please contact our Human Resources department. Our team will work with you to provide suitable accommodations to ensure your participation.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Neilson Financial Services is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and abilities. Our commitment to diversity and inclusion is fundamental to our company culture.