We have an exciting opportunity for a People Officer who will work alongside the Head of People. You will be the first stop for advice related to people for our Company and managers. A requirement of this role will be to ensure all administrative tasks related to the people function are in place, with the implementation of our new HRIS we are looking to automate as much of these processes as we can, and you will be encouraged and supported to do this. You will have the opportunity to be exposed to the full remit of the People function within the company and to be mentored to grow your career to build on and develop a great foundation in a People officer role.

Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: 37 per week

The Role

To support the Head of People and People Managers on a range of HR activities including the interpretation and application of people policies and procedures, terms and conditions of employment, employee relations, attendance management and recruitment and retention. You will be the first stop for advice related to people for our team and managers. Ensure all administrative tasks related to the people function are in place. Support on the delivery of OD initiatives, learning and development, job evaluation and HR policy development and review.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the administration of the full company member lifecycle including recruitment, onboarding, learning and development, performance management and employee relations.
• Provide general advice, guidance and support to all managers/company members on people queries which could include the interpretation of policies and procedures, terms and conditions and employment issues such as discipline, grievance and absence management.
• Manage the People team inbox.
• Maintain HR records and update key People documents.
• Support the welcoming and onboarding of new company members.
• Coordinate the onboarding and leaver process.
• Day-to day administration support of the People Team.
• Support in the research and development of new policies and the development of associated management guidance

The Person

• CIPD Level 3 or equivalent.
• Proven experience of working in a HR function; including recruitment, onboarding, learning and development and employee relations.
• Excellent organisational, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong problem-solving and conflict resolution abilities.
• Proficiency with HR Management Systems (HRIS).
• Working knowledge and understanding of current employment law and HR best practice.
• The ability to act with tact, diplomacy and discretion and to deal appropriately with confidential and sensitive information.
• A personal and professional commitment to equal opportunities and diversity.