Human Resources Officer

JR United Kingdom; Plymouth; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected professional services firm is seeking a talented HR Officer to join their high-performing Human Resources team. This role involves delivering high-quality HR services, supporting various responsibilities from compliance to engagement while promoting employee well-being and community impact. With strong qualifications, the firm offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits, including hybrid working and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus Bank holidays and birthday

Three days paid leave for good causes

Life assurance

Private medical insurance

Progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years' experience in HR Officer or generalist role.
• Up-to-date knowledge of UK employment law.
• Experience using HRIS platforms.

Responsibilities

• Support full HR lifecycle: recruitment, onboarding, performance management.
• Champion wellbeing and engagement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with employment legislation.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Education

CIPD qualification (full or part)

Job description

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Cathedral Appointments | South West Recruitment

Location:

plymouth, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

31.05.2025

Expiry Date:

15.07.2025

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Job Description:

Competitive Salary | Hybrid working | Exeter

Are you passionate about people, performance and purpose? A respected professional services firm is seeking a talented HR Officer to join their high-performing Human Resources team.

This is more than just an HR job - it’s an opportunity to be part of a people-centric business that puts employee wellbeing, community impact, and ethical business at its core.

Role:

As HR Officer, you will play a vital role in delivering a high-quality, generalist HR service across the firm. Reporting to the HR Manager, you'll support the full spectrum of HR responsibilities - from compliance to wellbeing and engagement.

Responsibilities of the HR Officer: -

• Provide support across the full HR lifecycle including recruitment, onboarding, absence and performance management
• Champion employee wellbeing and engagement initiatives aligned with company values
• Ensure compliance with employment legislation, internal policies, and regulatory obligations
• Contribute to HR projects, policy updates, and continuous improvement initiatives

Requirements for the HR Officer: -

• A minimum of 2 years’ experience in a similar HR Officer or generalist role
• Up-to-date knowledge of UK employment law and experience using HRIS platforms
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and organisational skills with strong attention to detail
• CIPD qualification (full or part) and experience in a professional services environment are highly desirable

The company likes its team to feel rewarded for a job well done. As well as a competitive salary they offer

• Hybrid Working with regular access to the Exeter office
• 25 days’ holiday per year plus Bank holidays and your birthday
• Three additional days’ paid leave to support good causes
• Life assurance
• Private medical insurance schemes
• Progression opportunities –including, regular training, qualification options, mentorship, and continued professional development.

If you're an experienced HR professional looking to make a difference in a collaborative and forward-thinking environment, we'd love to hear from you.

Note on Sponsorship: We regret to inform you that at this time, we are unable to offer sponsorship for work authorisation for this role. Therefore, candidates must possess valid authorisation to work in the UK without requiring visa sponsorship now or in the future.