Office Based
Full-time | Fixed-Term (12 Months)
Competitive Salary + Benefits
Whytematter Recruitment is delighted to be partnering with a highly successful and growing organisation to recruit an HR & Training Officer to join their People team.
This is an exciting opportunity for an HR professional to join a well-established business with a strong people-focused culture. The successful candidate will become part of a collaborative HR team, supporting a broad range of HR initiatives and playing a key role in creating a positive employee experience across the organisation.
This role offers a varied generalist HR remit, giving exposure to employee relations, learning and development, employee engagement, wellbeing initiatives, recruitment support, and HR systems, making it ideal for someone who enjoys a fast-paced and hands-on environment.
As HR & Training Officer, you will provide operational HR support across the business, ensuring HR processes run smoothly and align with company policies and best practice.
Acting as a key point of contact for employees and managers, you’ll support a range of HR activities while contributing to wider people initiatives and business objectives.
You’ll also play an important role in promoting a positive workplace culture and supporting employee development and engagement.
Act as a first point of contact for employee queries, providing guidance and support on HR policies and procedures
Provide advice and support to managers on employment legislation, HR policies and best practice
Promote and manage employee engagement initiatives to encourage a positive workplace culture
Assist with employee benefits administration and review associated costs
Support the development and implementation of HR policies and procedures
Assist with recruitment campaigns and onboarding activities
Manage and support absence management processes, providing advice to managers and employees
Prepare contracts, HR documentation and correspondence
Maintain HR systems, personnel files and ensure data accuracy and integrity
Produce HR reports, metrics and management information
Support payroll processes with accurate and timely information
Support employee relations matters including investigations, disciplinary and grievance processes
Assist with performance review and probationary processes
Identify training needs and coordinate learning and development initiatives
Support wider HR projects and people initiatives as required
Conduct exit interviews and analyse trends to improve retention and employee satisfaction
Carry out any other reasonable duties as required
Essential:
Third-level qualification in a relevant field
Minimum of 2 years' experience within a HR Generalist role
Strong knowledge of HR policies, employment legislation and best practice
Proficient in HR systems and Microsoft Office
Strong attention to detail with experience handling confidential employee information
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Ability to build relationships at all levels and manage sensitive situations professionally
Proactive mindset with the ability to take ownership and work collaboratively
Desirable:
CIPD Level 3 (or above) qualification
Experience within manufacturing or another fast-paced environment
Full driving licence and access to own transport
37.5 hours per week
Monday – Friday
Competitive salary
Paid holidays
Pension scheme
On-site parking
Laptop provided
Opportunity to join a collaborative and supportive team environment
Exposure to varied HR projects and professional development opportunities
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to further develop their HR career within a growing organisation where they can gain broad HR exposure and make a real impact within the team.
