HR Officer

Job Title: Generalist HR OfficerLocation: ChorleyHours: 37.5 hours per week, on siteReports to: Head of HR

Due to continued growth, our client is seeking a proactive and organised HR Officer to provide professional and practical HR support across the full employee lifecycle. Working with managers and employees across a multi-site workforce, you will support day-to-day HR operations including recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, performance management, engagement, wellbeing and HR administration. This is an excellent opportunity for a confident HR Officer or an ambitious HR Administrator looking for the next step. You must enjoy a varied workload and be able to build strong relationships across a growing, fast-paced business.

Duties and Responsibilities

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• Provide first-line HR advice and guidance to managers and employees in line with current employment legislation, company policies and HR best practice.
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• Maintain accurate employee records, HR systems, internal platforms and benefits information
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• Coordinate recruitment activity, including shortlisting CVs, arranging interviews and supporting hiring managers throughout the process.
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• Support onboarding and induction activities to ensure new starters have a positive introduction to the business.
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• Assist and triage employee relations matters, including disciplinary, grievance, performance, attendance and capability processes.
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• Assist with the coordination of health and safety requirements where relevant
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• Manage a varied HR workload and HR Inbox, prioritising tasks effectively to meet internal and external deadlines.
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• Use a range of systems, software and digital tools confidently to support efficient HR administration and reporting.
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• Undertake additional duties appropriate to the role and the needs of the business.
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• Strong communicator: Able to communicate clearly and professionally
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• Practical and solutions-focused: Confident providing balanced, pragmatic advice & escalation when needed
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• Highly organised: Manage priorities, maintain accurate records and meet deadlines.
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• Proactive and positive: Self-motivated, approachable and willing to get involved
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• Discreet and professional: Handle confidential and sensitive information appropriately.
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Experience

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• Previous experience in a generalist HR role, ideally within a fast-paced, multi-site environment.
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• Good working knowledge of employment law, HR policies and people management best practice.
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• Experience supporting recruitment, onboarding and HR administration processes.
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• Experience supporting employee relations matters such as disciplinary, grievance, absence, performance or capability cases.
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• Experience working with confidential employee information and maintaining accurate HR records.
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Skills and Knowledge

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• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
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• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate, high-quality work.
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• Good organisational skills with the ability to prioritise and manage a varied workload.
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Qualifications

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• CIPD Level 3 or equivalent HR qualification is desirable but not essential.
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