HR Officer

Job description
A wealth of experience gained over the course of the last 40 years and more makes Richard Whittaker Ltd the go-to company for all your dry product handling; which brings customers back time and again when they want to launch their next project.

What It’s Like To Work Here

We employ over 120 staff which means that we are large enough to cope with the demands of big businesses, yet still small enough to care about those who are just starting out.

An opportunity has arisen within the company for a HR Officer, who will provide managers and employees with advice, guidance, information and administrative support on various HR related matters.

Your Profile and Responsibilities

Your role will report into our Production Director.

You’ll take on a range of HR admin tasks and be the first point of contact to staff for HR related queries. Job duties will include:
• Supporting the recruitment and onboarding process such as application screening, interviewing and general recruitment administration
• You will have the support from our external HR Consultancy team for contract of employment creation, drafting employee relations letters and taking HR advice
• Support with employee relation matters such as minute taking for grievances, disciplinaries and performance management
• Hold return to work meetings in the absence of Managers
• Provide timely advice and support to managers regarding current policies and procedures
• Support the development and implementation of new HR policies and procedures
• Accountability for HR administration duties including filing, document preparation and correspondence
• Organise and maintain employee records and ensure data accuracy in the HR system
• Collaborate with management to address employee development needs
• Prepare and analyse HR reports as required
• Other miscellaneous admin tasks

Who We’re Looking For?

We’re looking for a successful candidate who has experience in HR administrative tasks who is looking to develop more of their employment law and employee relations knowledge. You will have worked with senior level stakeholders and within a team-player focused environment. To deliver this role successfully, you’ll have experience in HR and managing your own time to deliver on tasks. You’re a people person with a ‘can do’ approach, keen to help others and find solutions to queries, ensuring we provide a great service to others.

Your Skills And Qualifications
• Level 3 CIPD minimum is desirable
• At least 1 year’s administrative experience
• Recent HR work related experience
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Excellent organisational skills with a keen eye for detail
• Assertive and confident with a proactive approach to work
• Ability to deal with confidential information sensitively and appropriately
• Good knowledge of Employment Law

In return, we will offer:
• A generous salary
• 20 days holiday plus we have a Long Service Holiday Scheme
• The opportunity to grow and develop your career as the business grows

Closing date for the applications is: 20th October 2024

To apply, please send your CV to us

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