HR Officer (Maternity Cover) - Chichester
1 year | Flexible hours | Great Culture
We're working with a well-established accountancy practice that's looking to appoint an experienced HR Officer to support the business for 1 year. This is a varied, standalone HR role where you'll work closely with the Partners and managers to ensure employees are supported throughout their journey with the firm.
If you enjoy building relationships, improving processes and creating a positive workplace culture, this could be an excellent fit for you.
The Role:
You'll take ownership of the firm's day-to-day HR function, supporting managers and employees across a broad range of people-related matters.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Managing the end-to-end recruitment process, from advertising vacancies through to onboarding new starters, as well as dealing with agencies.
- Coordinating interviews and working closely with hiring managers.
- Managing probation reviews and ensuring new employees receive the support they need.
- Organising and monitoring annual appraisals and performance review processes.
- Supporting employee wellbeing initiatives and promoting a positive working environment.
- Providing guidance to managers on HR policies and employee relations matters.
- Maintaining accurate employee records and HR documentation.
- Managing onboarding and offboarding processes.
- Assisting with staff training and development initiatives.
- Supporting absence management, holiday records and other employee lifecycle activities.
- Ensuring HR policies remain compliant with current employment legislation.
About You
We're looking for someone who enjoys working with people and is happy operating across a broad generalist HR role.
Ideally you'll have:
- Great experience in a generalist HR position.
- Experience managing recruitment and onboarding.
- Knowledge of probation, appraisal and performance management processes.
- A good understanding of UK employment legislation.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- A proactive approach and the confidence to work independently.
What's on Offer?
- Approximately 30 hours per week, with flexibility around how these are worked.
- Competitive salary based on experience.
- Friendly, supportive and collaborative working environment.
- Free parking, company events, and additional company benefits.
If you're looking for a varied HR role on a temporary basis, and can commute to Chichester easily, please apply and we will be in touch as soon as possible
Pay: £30,000.00-£38,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Flexitime
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
