Human Resources Officer

Jobsgopublic; England; Hybrid; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in England is seeking a Human Resources Administrator to join their busy HR team. This role involves assisting with HR administration, focusing on recruitment and supporting various HR projects. The ideal candidate will have experience in HR or recruitment, strong organisational skills, and a customer-centric approach. Benefits include flexible working options, generous leave, pension scheme, and more, making it an excellent opportunity for those looking to contribute meaningfully to the community.

Benefits

Minimum 23 days annual leave

Local government pension scheme

Subsidised gym membership

Qualifications

• Experience in a Human Resources or Recruitment role is essential.
• Ability to prioritise and manage own workload.
• Demonstrable experience of handling confidential documentation.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the day-to-day HR administration tasks.
• Focus on the recruitment process and HR projects.
• Deliver effective customer service and build relationships.

Skills

Human Resources experience

Attention to detail

Customer service

Team player

Job description

Join Surrey Heath Borough Council

Join Surrey Heath Borough Council and be part of an organisation committed to delivery through meaningful community engagement and excellent customer service. We have a friendly and supportive staff culture with people who want to help make a real difference in our community for everyone that lives and works here. We embrace a culture of innovation and creativity welcoming new ideas. We support a work life balance with options for flexible and hybrid working.

About the Role

We are offering the opportunity to join our busy Human Resources team to assist with the day-to-day administration tasks necessary for effective delivery of HR services within the Council. This is a generalist role requiring an ability to perform a wide range of administration tasks with a focus on the Council recruitment process, as well as various longer-term Human Resources projects.

About You

To be successful you will have experience of working in a Human Resources or Recruitment role. You will have the ability to prioritise and manage your own workload. You must also have a proactive approach, demonstrable experience of handling confidential documentation, good attention to detail and be an excellent team player.

You will be able to deliver effective customer service and develop good working relationships across the council and also externally.

We are looking for someone who has good demonstrable experience of administration, data-entry and advisory services. Ideally, you will have had previous experience of working in a busy department, multi-tasking and working to tight deadlines.

Benefits

We offer a generous benefits package including a minimum of 23 days’ annual leave rising to 28 days after 5 years’ service, plus Bank Holidays, a generous local government pension scheme, free parking for all employees and payment of a professional membership fee. As well as subsidised gym membership at our local Places Leisure Centre and great savings from supermarkets, shopping, cycle to work schemes and holidays. A laptop and mobile phone will be provided for your role if applicable.

Offers are usually made at the lower end of the salary band allowing for progression.