Human Resources Officer

Salford CVS; Eccles; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A community organization in England is seeking a proactive Human Resources Officer to lead their HR function. In this role, you will manage HR records, support recruitment and induction processes, and ensure compliance with applicable legislation and GDPR. Ideal candidates will be organized and confident in their HR systems capabilities, contributing to the enhancement of workplace culture and training development initiatives. This opportunity offers a permanent contract subject to funding and successful completion of probation.

Qualifications

• Strong familiarity with Human Resources legislation and compliance.
• Experience in managing HR records and staff appraisals.
• Ability to coordinate staff training and development initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead HR function and manage all HR records.
• Support recruitment and induction processes.
• Ensure compliance with GDPR in HR processes.
• Monitor HR metrics to support decision-making.

Skills

Understanding of HR legislation

HR systems proficiency

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Data analysis skills

Tools

SharePoint

MS365

Job description

Grade: NJC Point 16 - £18,310.80 per annum (FTE £30,518)

Hours: 22.5 hrs per week (excluding breaks)

Days: To be worked over three days, including a Monday

Contract: Permanent contract, subject to funding and the successful completion of a 6‑month probationary period

Responsible to: Deputy Chief Executive

Place of work: Salford CVS offices in Eccles, Salford, M30 0FN.

Main Purpose of the Post

To take the lead for Human Resources within Salford CVS, under the direction of the Deputy Chief Executive.

Salford CVS is recruiting a proactive Human Resources Officer to lead our HR function. Working closely with the Deputy Chief Executive, you’ll manage HR records, support recruitment and induction, ensure compliance with legislation and GDPR, and maintain up-to-date HR policies and processes. You’ll also coordinate staff training, benefits, and HR metrics to support organisational development.

This role is ideal for someone organised, confident with HR systems, and passionate about supporting a positive workplace culture.

Specific Duties

• Maintain all Human Resources records for staff members including holiday and absence records, staff appraisals and reviews
• Ensure that current Human Resources legislation is being correctly implemented across the organisation
• Identify and recommend areas for system improvement
• Ensure that appropriate policies are in place and being followed by the workforce
• Support recruitment process lifecycle
• Support staff inductions and help staff to understand Salford CVS policies and values
• Coordinate any external staff benefit schemes, for example Hospital Saturday Fund
• Coordinate staff training and development requirements and to incorporate these into an organisation-wide training and development plan
• Compile and analyse information on HR issues, training, or other areas within the remit of this job function
• Use and manage SharePoint and MS365 tools to support Human Resources processes and document management
• Ensure compliance with GDPR and data protection regulations for all Human Resources records and processes
• Monitor and report on Human Resources metrics (e.g., turnover, absence rates) to inform decision-making

To apply

Please complete our online application form via the Apply button.

If you would like to know more about the role, or would prefer a paper copy of the application form, please email our recruitment team.

Closing Date: 12 noon, Monday 16th February 2026

Interview Date: Friday 27th March 2026