HR Officer

NXT Recruitment LTD; Kentucky; On-site; USD 41,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

23 days leave

Company pension

Free parking

Modern office

Career development

CIPD support

Job summary

NXT Recruitment LTD in Brampton, Cumbria is seeking an experienced HR Officer to join a well-established organisation. You will provide day-to-day HR advice, support managers and employees, and help maintain compliant HR processes.

The role requires robust communication, discretion and the ability to work to deadlines in a busy environment. Benefits include 23 days leave, pension, free parking and ongoing CIPD development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in an HR role.
• Basic understanding of UK employment legislation.
• Experience supporting employee relations matters would be advantageous.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organisational and administrative skills.
• High level of confidentiality and professionalism.
• Ability to work to tight deadlines and manage multiple priorities.
• CIPD Level 3 would be advantageous but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day HR advice and support to managers and employees.
• Assist with employee relations matters including disciplinaries, grievances, absence and performance issues.
• Support the HR Manager with employee relations cases and ensure processes are managed appropriately.
• Attend meetings, take accurate notes and prepare relevant HR documentation.
• Provide advice and support around probationary periods.
• Manage recruitment processes including advertising, shortlisting, interviewing and onboarding.
• Coordinate new starter and leaver processes, including exit interviews and relevant documentation.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records and HR systems.
• Assist with HR reporting, data analysis and ongoing HR projects.
• Support the development and implementation of HR policies and procedures.
• Maintain internal HR communications and ensure information remains accurate and accessible.
• Support employee engagement initiatives and internal communications.
• Ensure all HR activity is handled professionally, confidentially and in line with current legislation.

Skills

HR experience

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Organisation

Multi-tasking

Microsoft Office

HRIS

Education

CIPD Level 3 (advantageous)

Tools

Microsoft Office

HRIS

Job description

Location: Brampton, Cumbria
Salary: £30,000 – £32,000 per annum, dependent on experience
Job Type: Full Time
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: Monday to Friday, Office Based

Overview

NXT Recruitment is delighted to be recruiting for an experienced HR Officer on behalf of a well-established organisation based near Brampton.

The Ideal Candidate

We’re looking for someone who is robust, resilient and comfortable working in a busy environment where deadlines need to be met.

You’ll be a proactive thinker who is happy to use your initiative rather than waiting to be told what to do. You’ll understand the basics of HR, but equally be keen to learn, develop your knowledge and take on more responsibility as your experience grows.

The successful candidate will be approachable, professional and confident when dealing with people at all levels, while having the resilience to deal with challenging situations and competing priorities.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day HR advice and support to managers and employees
• Assist with employee relations matters including disciplinaries, grievances, absence and performance issues
• Support the HR Manager with employee relations cases and ensure processes are managed appropriately
• Attend meetings, take accurate notes and prepare relevant HR documentation
• Provide advice and support around probationary periods
• Manage recruitment processes including advertising, shortlisting, interviewing and onboarding
• Coordinate new starter and leaver processes, including exit interviews and relevant documentation
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records and HR systems
• Assist with HR reporting, data analysis and ongoing HR projects
• Support the development and implementation of HR policies and procedures
• Maintain internal HR communications and ensure information remains accurate and accessible
• Support employee engagement initiatives and internal communications
• Ensure all HR activity is handled professionally, confidentially and in line with current legislation

Requirements

• Previous experience within an HR role
• A basic understanding of HR processes and UK employment legislation
• Experience supporting employee relations matters would be advantageous
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent organisational and administrative skills
• High level of confidentiality and professionalism
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to work effectively to tight deadlines
• Confident managing multiple priorities
• Good IT and Microsoft Office skills
• CIPD Level 3 would be advantageous but is not essential
• A genuine willingness to learn and develop within HR
• Competitive salary of £30,000 – £32,000 dependent on experience
• 23 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with service
• Company pension scheme
• Support towards further CIPD development for the right candidate
• Free parking
• Modern office environment
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• Excellent opportunity for career development and progression