HR Officer

Additional Resources Ltd; North Devon; Hybrid; GBP 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established accountancy firm in North Devon is seeking an HR Officer (Learning, Development & Talent Acquisition) on a 1-year fixed-term maternity cover. This hybrid position supports training and recruitment initiatives within a collaborative HR team. Candidates should have experience in HR roles, event planning, and training delivery. Benefits include a competitive salary, holiday, and a pension scheme, making this a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive organisation.

Benefits

Competitive salary

20 days holiday plus bank holidays

Pension scheme

Cycle to Work scheme

Private medical insurance options

24-hour Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Experience in HR or a people-focused environment.
• Proven ability to manage onboarding and training.
• Right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Manage onboarding and develop induction plans.
• Organise and deliver learning sessions.
• Collaborate with leaders for training initiatives.
• Coordinate wellbeing and engagement activities.
• Administer training records and CPD processes.
• Manage relationships with training providers.
• Assist in internal communications.

Skills

People Officer

HR Officer

Talent Acquisition

Event Planning

Training Delivery

Tools

Canva

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a HR Officer (Learning, Development & Talent Acquisition) to join a well-established accountancy firm offering a comprehensive range of services including accounting, tax, audit, payroll, and financial planning.

As a HR Officer reporting to people director, you will be supporting learning, development, and recruitment initiatives within a collaborative HR team.

This is a 1-year fixed-term maternity cover position (with the potential for a similar opportunity afterwards) offering hybrid working options, a salary range of £29,000-£32,500 for 36.25 hours per week, and benefits.

Part-time hours or alternative working arrangements will also be considered. You may be required to travel to the Plymouth and Exeter offices to provide on-site support as needed.

Responsibilities

• Managing onboarding processes and developing tailored induction plans for new team members.
• Organising and delivering engaging learning and development sessions – both face‑to‑face and virtual.
• Collaborating with senior leaders to design and implement training initiatives.
• Coordinating wellbeing and engagement activities, including company‑wide events and initiatives.
• Administering training records, documentation, and Continuing Professional Development (CPD) processes.
• Managing relationships with external training providers to ensure high‑quality learning delivery.
• Assisting in the delivery of internal communications related to learning, training, and wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Previously worked as a People Officer, HR Officer, Human Resources Officer, People Advisor, HR Advisor, HR Generalist, HR Coordinator, People and Talent Officer, Learning and Development Officer, HR Executive, Talent Acquisition Officer, Talent Acquisition manager, Human resources Manager or in a similar role.
• Background in supporting training, coaching, or recruitment activities within an HR or people‑focused environment.
• Proven experience in events planning.
• Digitally proficient, with confidence in using Canva.
• Able to quickly adapt and take the lead in delivering engaging training sessions.
• Right to work in the UK.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• 20 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Pension scheme
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Private medical insurance options
• Access to a healthcare cashback plan
• 24‑hour Employee Assistance Programme

Apply now for this fantastic opportunity to join a supportive and forward‑thinking organisation where your contribution will truly make a difference.