Job Description
Salary package
£38,+34 - £40,755 pa inclusive - Grade 8
Job reference
#EJR013021
Application Closing date
13/03/2026
Job Description
Are you looking for a role to build your career in HR? Are you proactive and keen to make a difference in the community?
About the role:
Ealing Council have an exciting opportunity to be part of a busy HR operations team as a HR Operations Officer on a full-time, 35 hours per week, hybrid basis with set office days (currently Monday and Wednesday).
Joining the HR operations team, you will be providing a wide range of administrative duties for schools which include setting up new employees/ changes of posts and issuing employment contracts. You will also provide first level HR policy, terms and conditions and general HR enquiries advice to all Ealing Council employees, managers of all levels and school staff of all levels.
About you:
As the first point of contact on all HR matters and advice, the HR Operations Officer role is an essential part of the HR service.
Our ideal HR Operations Officer will:
• Have a ‘can do’ attitude – key to the success of this role
• Possess a drive to learn and build on your existing HR knowledge and experience
• Be a proactive individual, willing to get involved in the day-to-day functions of the service and beyond!
• Demonstrate the ability to work with customers on delivering solutions and be confident in communicating with different stakeholders across all levels.
• Be committed to ensuring the HR Operations functions work efficiently across the council and the schools we serve.
• Have excellent oral and written skills and ability to interact confidently via the telephone, Microsoft Teams, face to face and emails.
• Hold a professional certification in Human Resources level 3 (CIPD) is advantageous but not essential; however, a willingness to attain the qualification will be looked at favourably.
Full details of the job requirements, including essential requirements, can be found in the job profile (attached below).
If this sounds like the right next step for you, we look forward to receiving your application!
You must have the right to work in the UK. Evidence for the right to work in the UK will be requested at the interview stage.
It is an exciting time to join us, here at Ealing Council. If you would like to make a positive difference to our residents and borough, then we’re looking forward to hearing from you.
We’ve tried to make this website as accessible as possible. You can use the accessibility widget on the right hand side to make it more accessible to you and your needs.
Ealing Council is committed to creating good jobs and delivering on its connected communities’ agenda. We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive.
We therefore welcome applications from all residents of the borough, we particularly welcome applications from candidates who are entering the employment market in the early stages of their career and mid-career professionals, who are currently underrepresented in Ealing’s workforce.
This role is subject to Ealing Council’s enhanced vetting process.
Please note all applications will be determined on merit.
Closing date: Thursday 13 March 2026
£38,+34 - £40,755 pa inclusive - Grade 8
Job reference
#EJR013021
Application Closing date
13/03/2026
Job Description
Are you looking for a role to build your career in HR? Are you proactive and keen to make a difference in the community?
About the role:
Ealing Council have an exciting opportunity to be part of a busy HR operations team as a HR Operations Officer on a full-time, 35 hours per week, hybrid basis with set office days (currently Monday and Wednesday).
Joining the HR operations team, you will be providing a wide range of administrative duties for schools which include setting up new employees/ changes of posts and issuing employment contracts. You will also provide first level HR policy, terms and conditions and general HR enquiries advice to all Ealing Council employees, managers of all levels and school staff of all levels.
About you:
As the first point of contact on all HR matters and advice, the HR Operations Officer role is an essential part of the HR service.
Our ideal HR Operations Officer will:
• Have a ‘can do’ attitude – key to the success of this role
• Possess a drive to learn and build on your existing HR knowledge and experience
• Be a proactive individual, willing to get involved in the day-to-day functions of the service and beyond!
• Demonstrate the ability to work with customers on delivering solutions and be confident in communicating with different stakeholders across all levels.
• Be committed to ensuring the HR Operations functions work efficiently across the council and the schools we serve.
• Have excellent oral and written skills and ability to interact confidently via the telephone, Microsoft Teams, face to face and emails.
• Hold a professional certification in Human Resources level 3 (CIPD) is advantageous but not essential; however, a willingness to attain the qualification will be looked at favourably.
Full details of the job requirements, including essential requirements, can be found in the job profile (attached below).
If this sounds like the right next step for you, we look forward to receiving your application!
You must have the right to work in the UK. Evidence for the right to work in the UK will be requested at the interview stage.
It is an exciting time to join us, here at Ealing Council. If you would like to make a positive difference to our residents and borough, then we’re looking forward to hearing from you.
We’ve tried to make this website as accessible as possible. You can use the accessibility widget on the right hand side to make it more accessible to you and your needs.
Ealing Council is committed to creating good jobs and delivering on its connected communities’ agenda. We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive.
We therefore welcome applications from all residents of the borough, we particularly welcome applications from candidates who are entering the employment market in the early stages of their career and mid-career professionals, who are currently underrepresented in Ealing’s workforce.
This role is subject to Ealing Council’s enhanced vetting process.
Please note all applications will be determined on merit.
Closing date: Thursday 13 March 2026
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The HR Operations Officer position is now open for candidates interested in the Human Resource (HR) Jobs sector. This role in London offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Human Resource (HR) Jobs is a plus.