HR Officer - Employee Relations Specialist

JR United Kingdom; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 34,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a dedicated HR Officer - Employee Relations Specialist in Bournemouth. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain valuable experience in a fast-paced public sector environment. You will work closely with an experienced HR team, managing employee relations issues and contributing to the development of HR procedures. If you have a passion for HR and want to make a difference in service quality, this position is perfect for you. Join a team that values collaboration and offers a competitive salary while you build your public sector experience.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Opportunity to build public sector experience

Contract position

Qualifications

• At least two years' experience advising on HR policies and processes.
• Experience managing disciplinary, grievance, and absence procedures.

Responsibilities

• Manage HR and employee relations issues in accordance with policies and procedures.
• Conduct investigations into personnel matters.
• Assist in developing and managing HR procedures and record keeping.

Skills

HR

Employee Relations

HR Specialist

Education

Associate CIPD qualification

Job description

Job Title: HR Officer - Employee Relations Specialist, Bournemouth

Client:

VANRATH

Location:

Bournemouth, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

2

Posted:

02.05.2025

Expiry Date:

16.06.2025

Job Description:

We are seeking a dedicated HR Officer - Employee Relations Specialist to join our team in Bournemouth. This role offers an excellent opportunity to gain valuable experience in a fast-paced public sector environment. You will work independently with support from an experienced HR team.

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive salary of £34,000
• Opportunity to build public sector experience
• Contract position

About you:

• Associate CIPD qualification
• At least two years' experience advising on HR policies and processes
• Experience managing disciplinary, grievance, and absence procedures
• Ability to work collaboratively to improve service quality and support colleagues

Key responsibilities:

• Manage human resource and employee relations issues in accordance with policies, procedures, and legislative requirements (e.g., disciplinary, grievance, capability, attendance)
• Conduct investigations into personnel matters
• Assist in developing and managing HR procedures, record keeping, and reporting
• Coordinate responses to requests under legislation such as data protection and freedom of information
• Liaise with department managers on sickness absence and Occupational Health issues
• Prepare absence management reports for case review panels

For more information or to apply, please contact Emma Hall for a confidential discussion or apply via the provided link.

Skills: HR, Employee Relations, HR Specialist