Interim HR Officer
(Initially 2 months)
Are you passionate about people and making a positive impact in the workplace? We are looking for a dedicated and experienced Interim HR Officer to join our team and provide expert HR support during an exciting period of development.
You will bring your knowledge of HR best practices and share valuable insights with our operations team supporting in the day-to-day HR activities that span the employee lifecycle as well as supporting on some current projects. This is a hands- on role, where you will actively contribute to the development of our positive workplace culture and support the Site based HR team to delivery on some key projects that are already underway.
You will be highly organised, with exceptional attention to detail, and capable of managing a wide range of HR responsibilities across the employee lifecycle.
This interim position offers the opportunity to make a real impact on our team while gaining valuable experience in a dynamic environment. If you're looking for a challenging and rewarding role in HR, we would love to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support across the full employee lifecycle
- Provide support and advice on employee relations issues, ensuring company policies are adhered to and resolving any HR queries
- Administer performance management processes, including appraisals and development plans
- Maintain accurate employee records and HR documentation in line with legal requirements
- Coordinate onboarding and induction processes for new employees, ensuring smooth integration into the organisation
- Ensure compliance with employment legislation and company policies, advising management on any necessary changes
- Support training and development initiatives to enhance team skills and knowledge
- Contribute to HR projects and process improvements to support business objectives
Skills and Experience:
- CIPD Level 3 qualification or equivalent experience
- Proven experience in an HR officer or generalist HR role
- Strong knowledge of employment law and HR best practices
- Experience in employee relations, performance management, and recruitment processes
- Ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently in a fast-paced environment
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships across all levels
- Proficient in MS Office and HRIS systems
- Highly organised with a keen eye for detail and confidentiality
- A proactive, solution-oriented mindset and a commitment to continuous improvement
This interim position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact while gaining experience in a dynamic and supportive work environment. You will be based at our site in Northampton and we are able consider those interested in a full or part time basis for the duration of the contract.
If you're ready to take on this challenge and bring your HR expertise to the role, wed love to hear from you.