HR Officer
My client is a leading manufacturer, who specialise in designing and producing high-quality products for customers across the UK and Ireland. They are currently seeking a HR Officer to join their team based in Antrim
This is a Full-Time, Permanent Position.
Working Hours: Monday to Thursday: 8am – 5pm and Fridays: 8am – 3pm (38.5 hours per week).
With a salary of £28,000 per annum.
Occasional travel to other sites may be required.
Job Role:
You will be responsible for providing comprehensive HR support across the business, ensuring effective management of recruitment, employee relations, performance management, compliance, and HR administration.
Essential Criteria:
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a Human Resources role.
- CIPD Level 5 or above or equivalent professional experience.
- Degree in Human Resources, Business Studies or a related discipline.
- 5 GCSE’s (or equivalent) including English and Maths at Grade C or above.
- IT Proficient with the use of Microsoft Office.
- Proven end-to-end ER case management experience.
- Proven end-to-end recruitment activities for the fill recruitment cycle.
- Competent at delivering onboarding programmes.
- Strong knowledge of NI, UK & ROI employment legislation.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal with the ability to communicate with stakeholders at all levels.
- Ability to manage and prioritise a busy workload.
- Ability to work on your own initiative as well as part of a team.
- Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information professionally.
Desirable Criteria:
- Previous experience within a manufacturing or similar operational environment.
- Experience with HR Information Systems (HRIS) and time and attendance systems.
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
- Coordinate end-to-end recruitment activities for the full recruitment cycle.
- Prepare job descriptions, adverts, interview schedules, and offer documentation.
- Conduct onboarding and induction programmes for new employees.
- Maintain relationships with recruitment agencies and educational institutions.
- Provide advice and guidance to managers and employees on HR policies and procedures.
- Support disciplinary, grievance, absence management, and performance management processes.
- Assist with investigations and ensure cases are handled fairly and consistently.
- Promote a positive workplace culture and employee engagement.
- Build effective working relationships across the business, providing practical support and promoting a positive and inclusive working environment
- Maintain accurate employee records and HR systems.
- Prepare employment contracts, amendments, and HR correspondence.
- Monitor annual leave, absences, and probation periods.
- Produce HR reports and management information as required.
- Supporting HR projects and continuous improvement initiatives as required.
- Ensure compliance with employment legislation and company policies.
- Assist with HR audits and accreditation requirements.
- Keep policies and employee handbooks up to date.
- Provide payroll information including starters, leavers, absence records, and contractual changes.
Skills:HR Officer HR Human Resources Permanent Antrim
WHJS1_NI
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