Human Resources Officer

Venn Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous annual leave

Defined pension scheme

Season ticket loans

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

An established industry player in Higher Education is seeking an HR Officer to support the employee life cycle. This full-time position offers a chance to enhance your HR career while working in a collaborative team. You will manage recruitment, payroll, visa compliance, and HR record keeping, ensuring a smooth operation within the institution. The role provides generous annual leave, a defined pension scheme, and access to professional development opportunities, making it an excellent opportunity for those looking to grow in the HR field. Don't miss your chance to be part of a dynamic environment focused on supporting staff and students alike.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of HR experience, preferably in Higher Education.
• Graduate level education or working towards CIPD qualification.

Responsibilities

• Manage recruitment processes, including job postings and onboarding.
• Ensure accurate payroll updates and track visa restrictions.
• Maintain staff records and update HR policies.

Skills

HR Management

Recruitment

Payroll Processing

Visa Compliance

Grievance Handling

Policy Development

Education

Graduate Level Education

CIPD Qualification

Job description

A specialist Higher Education institution is seeking an HR Officer to join their team on a full-time, permanent basis. This role will join a team of three to provide support on all aspects of the employee life cycle.

It’s an excellent opportunity for an experienced HR Officer or a candidate with significant HR experience in the Higher Education sector looking to take the next step in their career.

Key responsibilities:

• Recruitment & Onboarding – Manage job postings, shortlisting, interviews, job offers, contracts, right-to-work checks, and onboarding processes, including probation monitoring and contract renewals
• Payroll & Contractual Changes – Process new starters and leavers, issue contract changes, track visa restrictions, and ensure accurate payroll updates
• Visa Compliance – Monitor visa expirations, verify immigration statuses, support sponsorship applications, and stay up to date with government immigration policies
• Grievance & Disciplinary Support – Take notes during meetings, draft correspondence, assist in case management, and liaise with legal/HR advisory services
• HR Record Keeping – Maintain staff records, personnel files, HR databases, and ensure accurate staff lists for academic and administrative teams
• Policies & Processes – Update HR policies, improve processes, manage documentation, and assist with employee handbook revisions and data reporting
• General HR Administration – Support HR colleagues during absences, manage leave requests, process references, conduct audits, oversee annual reviews, and organise staff wellbeing initiatives.

Minimum Requirements:

• Educated to graduate level or working towards CIPD qualification
• At least 3 years’ experience working in HR
• Experience working within the Higher Education sector
• Ability to use initiative and to be able to work independently

What in it for you?

• Contract type: Full-time, permanent
• Working hours: 35 hours per week (10am – 6pm)
• Additional benefits: Generous annual leave, defined pension scheme, season ticket loans and access to professional development opportunities

This position is moving quickly so please get your applications in early to avoid missing out!

Venn Group is an equal opportunities employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates.

Seniority level

Associate

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Human Resources

Industries

Higher Education, Human Resources Services, and Non-profit Organizations