HR Officer

Lynn Bennett Resourcing; North East; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Lynn Bennett Resourcing is seeking an experienced HR Officer in the UK to deliver a high-quality HR service supporting operational and business objectives. This broad generalist role covers the full employee lifecycle with advice, ER case handling, recruitment support, and process improvements.

The role requires a minimum of 2 years' generalist HR experience, solid knowledge of UK employment legislation, and the ability to advise managers and staff on policies. CIPD Level 5 is desirable.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience in a generalist HR role.
• Good knowledge of UK employment legislation and its practical application.
• Experience advising managers and employees on HR policies and procedures.
• HR qualification or equivalent experience; CIPD Level 5 desirable.

Responsibilities

• Manage employee relations cases, including disciplinary, grievance, absence management, investigations, and performance issues.
• Provide timely and practical HR advice to managers and employees on policies, procedures, and employment law.
• Review, develop, and maintain HR policies, procedures, and documentation.
• Lead recruitment and onboarding activities across the business.
• Support sickness absence management, occupational health processes, and employee wellbeing initiatives.
• Produce HR reports and workforce data to support business decision-making.
• Deliver training and coaching to managers on HR best practice.
• Identify opportunities to improve HR processes, efficiency, and compliance.

Skills

Employee relations

Policy guidance

Recruitment lifecycle

HR reporting

Communication

Education

CIPD Level 5 (desirable)

Tools

HR systems

Excel

Job description

WASHINGTON (Ref 803 ) Permanent

£35k - £38.1k pending on experience (early finish Fridays!)

We are looking for an experienced and proactive HR Officer to deliver a high-quality HR service that supports both operational and business objectives. This is a broad generalist role covering the full employee lifecycle, providing expert advice, managing employee relations matters, supporting recruitment activities, and driving continuous improvement across HR processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage employee relations cases, including disciplinary, grievance, absence management, investigations, and performance issues.


• Provide timely and practical HR advice to managers and employees on policies, procedures, and employment law.


• Review, develop, and maintain HR policies, procedures, and documentation.


• Lead recruitment and onboarding activities across the business.


• Support sickness absence management, occupational health processes, and employee wellbeing initiatives.


• Produce HR reports and workforce data to support business decision-making.


• Deliver training and coaching to managers on HR best practice.


• Identify opportunities to improve HR processes, efficiency, and compliance.

About You

• Minimum 2 years' experience in a generalist HR role.


• Strong employee relations experience, including disciplinary, grievance, and absence management.


• Good knowledge of UK employment legislation and its practical application.


• Experience advising managers and employees on HR policies and procedures.


• Strong organisational, communication, and relationship-building skills.
  
• Confident using HR systems and Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.


• HR qualification or equivalent experience; CIPD Level 5 (or working towards) desirable.


• Experience with occupational health, wellbeing initiatives, payroll support, HR reporting, and manager training.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated HR professional looking to make a real impact within a busy and evolving organisation.