HR Officer (Public Sector)

MCS Group; Banbridge; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in Northern Ireland is seeking an experienced HR professional to shape and deliver people-focused solutions. The role involves advising on HR matters, managing employee relations, and supporting recruitment processes. The ideal candidate will hold a CIPD level 5 qualification and have experience in either recruitment or employee relations. This position offers a salary of £38-40k and hybrid working arrangements.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Fantastic annual leave allowance (35 days)

Hybrid working

Flexi time

Onsite parking

Qualifications

• CIPD level 5 qualification required.
• Experience in Recruitment or Employee Relations necessary.
• Knowledge of current employment legislation is essential.

Responsibilities

• Advise managers on HR matters and best practices.
• Support investigations, hearings, and ensure documentation.
• Manage employee relations and prepare documentation for legal proceedings.

Skills

CIPD level 5 qualification

Experience in Recruitment

Knowledge of current employment legislation

Ability to deal with sensitive situations

Job description

The role

Are you passionate about driving positive change in local communities through effective HR practices? This role offers the opportunity to play a key part in shaping and delivering people-focused solutions that support strategic goals, improve organisational performance, and ensure fair, consistent employment practices across the workforce.

• Advise managers on HR matters, employment law, and best practice.
• Interpret and apply HR policies, including discipline, grievance, and attendance.
• Support investigations, hearings, and appeals with accurate documentation.
• Deliver early intervention and risk management through mediation and resolution.
• Manage employee relations and prepare documentation for legal proceedings.
• Lead recruitment, ensure accurate records, and liaise on payroll and contracts.
• Promote equality, train managers, and engage with stakeholders and unions.

The Person

As the successful candidate you will have the following background and experience:

Essential:

• CIPD level 5 qualification
• Experience in Recruitment OR Employee Relations
• Knowledge of current employment legislation
• Ability to deal with difficult and sensitive situations in a diplomatic and professional manner;

In addition to the standard pre-employment checks, this position will also be subject to receipt of a satisfactory Basic AccessNI check.

What's in it for you?

• An annual salary £38-40k
• Fantastic annual leave allowance (35 days)
• Hybrid working
• Flexi time
• Onsite parking
• An opportunity to play a key role in delivering strategic HR initiatives within a dynamic public sector environment, contributing to workforce development, stakeholder collaboration, and long-term organisational success.

To speak in absolute confidence about this opportunity please send an up to date CV via the link provided or contact Meghan Hamilton, Senior Recruitment Consultant on 02896935508 or on email at [e-mail].

MCS Group is committed to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion for all, being the first recruitment agency in NI to achieve Bronze Diversity Mark accreditation, if you have a disability which means you require a reasonable adjustment to be considered at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact us and we will endeavour to facilitate the request.

Even if this position is not right for you, we may have others that are. Please visit MCS Group to view a wide selection of our current jobs www.mcsgroup.jobs