HR Officer
On-siteNorthampton, England, United Kingdom
Job Summary
Provide day-to-day HR advice and guidance to managers and employees on people matters, supporting employee relations activities including absence management, disciplinary, grievance, and performance cases. Coordinate payroll processes, maintain accurate employee records compliant with GDPR, and manage the onboarding process for new starters. Produce HR reports, people data, and KPI information to support business decision-making and workforce planning. Manage training records and support the delivery of learning and development activities while building strong relationships across all departments. Work independently to support the Regional HR Manager with policy development and continuous improvement initiatives.
Required Qualifications
- A CIPD Level 3 qualification (or equivalent HR experience gained within a generalist HR environment)
- Proven experience managing a range of employee relations matters, including disciplinary, grievance, absence management, performance, and conflict resolution cases
- A sound understanding of UK employment legislation and its practical application in the workplace
Desired Qualifications
- A resilient and proactive approach, with the ability to manage competing priorities and navigate challenging situations effectively
- A mindset focused on continuous improvement, bringing innovative ideas and solutions to enhance HR processes and employee experience
- The confidence and self-motivation to work independently, while also collaborating effectively as part of a wider team
- Strong influencing and relationship-building skills, with the ability to engage and support stakeholders at all levels of the organisation
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to build credibility and work effectively across different functions and departments
- Strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive employee information
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