People Officer

Job Title People Officer

Summary
Join our team as a People Officer in a dynamic, generalist HR role. Based at our HPC site, you will manage day-to-day HR activities, including recruitment, performance management, employee relations, and payroll support. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced HR professional looking to make a real impact in shaping our people strategy while ensuring seamless operations.
Salary £35,000
Location and Working Pattern HPC site – full-time, 38 hours per week, on-site role.

Client Overview
Our client's organisation is committed to operational excellence and employee engagement. We work collaboratively across teams to deliver high standards of HR support, compliance, and workforce development.

Responsibilities
Manage the full recruitment and onboarding process, from posting vacancies to coordinating interviews and ensuring a positive new starter experience.
Oversee performance management, including appraisals and supporting line managers with Performance Improvement Plans.
Coordinate training activities and maintain accurate compliance and training records.
Drive employee engagement initiatives to enhance workplace satisfaction and communication.
Act as primary contact for employee relations (ER) cases, including disciplinary, grievance, and capability management, ensuring compliance with ACAS guidelines.
Monitor and manage sickness absence cases, conducting welfare reviews where necessary.
Collate timesheets, process starters, leavers, and contractual changes, ensuring accurate payroll data.
Maintain strict data accuracy and compliance standards for HR and payroll systems.Must-have Requirements
Minimum GCSE Grade C/5 (or equivalent) in English and Maths.
2–3 years’ experience in a progressive HR generalist role.
Experience of managing employee relations cases at lower-to-mid levels.
Proficiency in MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel).
Strong organisational, communication, and problem-solving skills.Nice-to-have Skills
CIPD Level 5 qualification (or working towards it).
Experience with HR databases or HRIS systems.
Knowledge of payroll processes and data management.
Experience designing or coordinating training projects.Apply Now
If you’re an organised, proactive HR professional ready to contribute to a collaborative team, apply today and take the next step in your career.

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