Senior HR Generalist

VanRath; Ballymena; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading HR consulting firm is seeking a Senior HR Generalist to support a UK-wide hospitality business. This role involves managing recruitment, onboarding, and employee relations, while ensuring compliance with employment laws. The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of HR experience and a CIPD Level 5 qualification. Offering a salary up to £40,000 with potential for progression.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience in HR, preferably in hospitality.
• Strong knowledge of UK employment laws.
• Experience managing the employee lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end recruitment and onboarding.
• Update HR policies according to legislation.
• Provide support for employee relations matters.
• Oversee payroll inputs and employee benefits.
• Support training and development programmes.

Skills

Experience in HR Advisor or Generalist role

Knowledge of employment legislation

Organisational skills

Proficient in HR systems

Education

CIPD Level 5 qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Role: Senior HR Generalist - Permanent - Antrim

Job Overview
VANRATH are proudly supporting a fast-growing UK-wide hospitality business in the appointment of a Senior HR Advisor. This hands-on role will deliver practical HR support across all regions, managing the full employee lifecycle and ensuring compliance.

Key Details:

• Salary: Up to £40,000
• Full time, Permanent
• Potential for progression

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage end-to-end recruitment, onboarding, and induction across multiple locations.
• Maintain and update HR policies in line with current employment legislation across UK jurisdictions.
• Provide first-line support on employee relations matters, including absence, performance, and conduct.
• Oversee accurate payroll inputs, employee benefits, and support retention initiatives.
• Ensure effective management of employee records and sensitive data in line with GDPR and statutory requirements.
• Support the delivery of training and development programmes to enhance skills and retention.
• Maintain and optimise HR systems to ensure data accuracy and reporting efficiency.
• Monitor key HR metrics and provide insights to support decision-making.

Essential:

• Minimum 2 years' experience in an HR Advisor or Generalist role, preferably within hospitality, retail, or multi-site environments.
• CIPD Level 5 qualification or equivalent.
• Strong knowledge of employment legislation across Great Britain and Northern Ireland.
• Proven experience managing the full employee lifecycle.
• Confident in handling employee relations and advising managers on best practice.
• Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting.
• Proficient in HR systems, data management, and Microsoft Office.
• Willing and able to travel to multiple sites across the UK, with a full driving licence and access to a vehicle.

For further information on this job, or any other HR role in Northern Ireland, apply via the link or contact Ryan Sykes for a confidential chat today. VANRATH acts as an agency and employment business for permanent recruitment and the supply of temporary workers.