We are looking for an experienced HR Officer to join great team in an established family-owned business in Leeds (LS11). Our client is a leading manufacturer and supplier of electrical power distribution equipment and pioneers of super low loss amorphous transformer technology.
Reporting to the Head of HR, the successful candidate will deliver high quality HR services and be a partner in achieving organisation goals through effective people management, ensuring legal compliance, facilitating change and managing HR processes efficiently.
Key Responsibilities:
*Advise and support managers on a range of employment and employee relations matters
*Leading casework through to successful conclusion
*Support induction, probation reviews and appraisal administration
*Advise and support with absence management
*Provide first line HR advice to staff on a range of queries including leave, policies and benefits
*Administer the company’s LMS, implement training interventions and maintain training records
*Deliver policy training and updates throughout the employee lifecycle
*Support the recruitment process including generating job descriptions, salary benchmarking, screening candidates and involvement in the interview process
*Support with administration and rigorous record keeping in relation to the companies UKVI sponsor license duties
*Ensure compliance with GDPR and handle sensitive information with discretion
*Support the development and implementation of appropriate HR policies and practices
*Support the implementation and development of the HR management system, inputting and maintaining accurate employee data
*Support the analysis of workforce statistics and other information to inform decision making
*Lead and participate in projects which support the organisation to have a thriving workforce e.g. research and implementation of benefits and health and wellbeing initiatives
*Represent the company at careers fairs and open evenings
*Organise company events and internal company updates
*Ensure compliance with Health and Safety Regulations
Skills, Knowledge & Experience:
*Proven generalist HR experience including experience in employee relations cases
*CIPD Level 5 preferred
*In depth knowledge of current and emerging Employment Law
*Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, are required for effective collaboration across teams
*Commitment to equality, diversity and continuous improvement
*Demonstrated administrative experience with excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
*Ability to work independently as well as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
*A proactive approach to problem-solving and the ability to handle sensitive information with discretion
*Ability to adapt to new technologies
*Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and data security, GDPR experience desirable
*Good interpersonal skills with a ’can-do’ attitude and proactive and adaptable approach to work
*Microsoft Office suite
*Data entry and management
*Proficiency in HRMS platforms; familiarity with D365 is desirable
*iHasco desirable
*Manufacturing environment desirable
Salary and benefits:
*Salary negotiable depending on experience
*37.5 hours per week Monday to Friday, office based
*25 days holiday per year plus bank holidays
*Company Profit Share Scheme (paid quarterly)
*Healthcare Cash Plan and Employee Assistance Programme
*Electric Vehicle salary sacrifice scheme
*Bike to work scheme
*Pension
*Parking on site
Working hours:
- Monday to Thursday 8:30am- 4:45pm
- Friday 8:30am-3:30pm
- half an hour unpaid lunch break
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent