Human Resources Officer

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

Job summary

A community organisation in Manchester is seeking a proactive Human Resources Officer to lead their HR function. Your role will involve managing HR records, supporting the recruitment process, and ensuring compliance with employment legislation and GDPR. Ideal candidates will be organised and confident in their HR systems knowledge. This position offers a permanent contract with a focus on promoting a positive workplace culture and supporting employee wellbeing initiatives.

Qualifications

• Experience managing HR records and supporting recruitment.
• Passionate about workplace culture and employee wellbeing.
• Understanding of GDPR and compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Maintain HR records including holiday and personal data.
• Support recruitment by screening applicants and scheduling interviews.
• Coordinate training initiatives and induction programs.
• Ensure legislation compliance and policy updates.
• Assist with payroll and benefits administration.

Skills

Organisational skills

HR systems proficiency

Knowledge of HR legislation

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 Purposeof 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 proactiveHuman Resources Officerto lead our HR function. Working closely with the Deputy Chief Executive, you manage HR records, support recruitment and induction, ensure compliance with legislation and GDPR, and maintain up-to-date HR policies and processes. Youll 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 arrangements, expense claims and personal data updates.
• Support recruitment, including job postings, applicant screening and interview scheduling.
• Coordinate induction programmes for new hires and coordinate training initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with HR legislation, GDPR, and internal policy updates.
• Maintain HR policy documents and support policy implementation.
• Support employee wellbeing initiatives and assist employee engagement initiatives.
• Assist with payroll, benefits administration and HR reporting to support organisational development.
• Support executive officer for human resource functions including strategic planning and succession planning.
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