VACANCY: HR Officer LOCATION: Elland, Halifax SALARY: £35,000 to £37,000 LEVEL: CIPD 5 Our client is currently looking for an experienced HR Officer to join the team due to continued growth. An excellent opportunity for someone who is wanting to progress their career and have full autonomy, this is a generalist role covering all aspects of HR within a busy / high volume business. EMPLOYEE RELATIONS To provide first line generalist HR advice and support on all employee relations matters including terms and conditions of employment, HR policies and procedures, with a view to resolving matters on advice. (Liaison with legal teams to ensure compliance) To build an effective working relationship with team members at all levels, providing advice and guidance on HR related issues to support understanding of HR policies and procedures and ensure effective communication of good HR practice. To coach managers/leaders to help develop their people management skills as required. Responsibility for the implementation of all HR policies and procedures ensuring that all HR issues are dealt with within the timescales set out in the procedures. Support and advise on disciplinary, grievance, absence, and performance management processes in line with company policies and employment law. Liaison with departments to ensure that all HR paperwork is completed and returned, and provide advice on processes as required. Responsibility for arranging and attending informal/formal meetings and hearings Prepare letters, meeting notes, and documentation for HR casework. Provide HR and admin support to internal investigating officers in the management of casework; specifically, investigations into conduct, capability and grievance matters Provide advice and guidance on occupational health referrals, absence management issues and return to work cases to managers Liaison with the UK Head of HR, provide advice and guidance on job design, recruitment, on-boarding processes, advising on best practice, SUK procedures and appropriate legislation. Undertake projects which will support the business and improve the effectiveness of HR. ADMINISTRATION & PAYROLL Collate and check payroll data (hours, overtime, shift premiums, absence, new starters/leavers). Liaise with Payroll and Finance teams to ensure accurate and timely monthly submissions. Maintain HR systems such as T&A,HRM system and Pulse. Personnel files management in line with GDPR. Produce HR reports (headcount, absence, turnover, training stats) for HR Manager and leadership team. To ensure effective monitoring of sickness/retention trends and remedial action in accordance with the Company’s policy and to facilitate a proactive approach to absence management. Administer employee benefits (pension, life assurance, EAP, staff discounts, long-service awards). Support HR Manager with both HR related internal and external audits. RECRUITMENT AND ONBOARDING Coordinate end-to-end recruitment for site-based and operational roles (advertising, screening, interview scheduling, offers). Liaise with recruitment agencies and maintain preferred supplier relationships. Deliver an engaging onboarding and induction experience for all new starters, including right-to-work checks and pre-employment screening. Support workforce planning and seasonal recruitment activity COMMUNICATION To support the development of strong communication and feedback channels with all teams and through a variety of mechanisms to support employee engagement. Support communication of benefit schemes and engagement initiatives. Support HR Manager in Bi Yearly Employee Engagement Survey from survey launch to results to action planning to drive improvement. Proactive management of the internal communication and information on the Company noticeboards, screen savers, reward schemes etc Responsibility for the Works Committee meetings and other engagement or project groups in the business (schedule meetings, minute taking and managing the notes) TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT Support delivery of the site training plan in partnership with HR Manager and departmental trainers. Support Training Coordinator and managers in maintaining employee training matrix and compliance records (e.g. HACCP, Health & Safety, FLT). Schedule internal and external training sessions, ensuring completion tracking and feedback. Assist with apprenticeship programmes and learning initiatives. Identify training needs through appraisal and performance reviews Support HR Manager and Managers though performance cycle incorporating objective setting, IDPs and talent management initiatives. HEALTH&SAFETY Ensure compliance with Health and Safety Regulations Support with the administration of H&S management systems (accidents log, 1st Aiders, Risk assessments trackers, H&S actions log) Maintain a safe working environment at all times Any other duties with role as requested by the HR Manager QUALIFICATION CIPD Level 5 INDAB