HR Officer

Hays; Reigate; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for an HR Officer to enhance its HR functions. This role involves providing essential support to managers and staff, managing the employee lifecycle, and ensuring compliance with HR policies. The ideal candidate will possess strong HR administration skills, excellent communication abilities, and a solid understanding of HR systems. With flexible hybrid working options and opportunities for career development, this position offers a chance to grow within a supportive environment. If you're passionate about HR and eager to make a difference, this role could be your next step.

Benefits

Flexible hybrid working options

Opportunities for career development

Qualifications

• Proven experience in an HR environment.
• Prepared to study for or possess a CPP/CIPD qualification.

Responsibilities

• Provide advice and support to managers on HR policies.
• Manage employee lifecycle processes including recruitment and onboarding.

Skills

HR Administration

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

IT Systems (iTrent)

Understanding of Employee Lifecycle

Education

CPP/CIPD Qualification

Tools

iTrent Payroll and HR System

Job description

HR Officer

We are seeking an HR Officer with strong HR administration and system skills to support our HR functions effectively.

Responsibilities

1. Provide advice, support, and assistance to managers and staff to ensure consistent application and understanding of HR policies, processes, and employment terms.
2. Manage processes related to the employee lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, and contractual administration.
3. Support HR Advisors and Managers in achieving HR objectives and KPIs aligned with the organization's HR strategy.
4. Serve as the first point of contact for HR inquiries, offering support or directing inquiries to the appropriate personnel.
5. Assist people managers with routine casework, recruitment, and training activities.
6. Maintain online employee records within HR and payroll systems to meet statutory and reporting requirements.
7. Coordinate with Payroll and Systems Officers to ensure seamless HR and payroll processes.
8. Represent HR during local consultations on organizational changes under the guidance of HR leadership.
9. Provide support in formal HR processes such as investigations and hearings.

Requirements

• Prepared to study for or already possess a CPP/CIPD qualification with support.
• Proven experience in an HR environment.
• Experience with IT systems, preferably iTrent Payroll and HR system.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills at all organizational levels.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships across the organization.
• Understanding of the employee lifecycle, processes, and procedures.

Benefits

• Flexible hybrid working options (2-3 days WFH).
• Opportunities for career development.

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