Summary
A fantastic opportunity to step into a key HR role at our Cookstown site, supporting the delivery of people initiatives that drive engagement, compliance, and employee growth.
Role
Reporting to the HR Manager, the Human Resources Officer will play a central role in coordinating and delivering the site’s strategic HR activities. This position is ideal for someone with a solid HR foundation, such as a current HR Coordinator or HR Administrator, who is ready to take the next step in their HR career. You will gain hands‑on experience across leadership development, employee engagement, performance management, onboarding, and training, while ensuring HR processes effectively support business goals and contribute to a positive and compliant working environment.
Your Key Responsibilities
* Support the delivery of leadership development, employee engagement, and performance management initiatives.
* Coordinate onboarding and training programmes to support employee development.
* Maintain accurate employee records and HR systems (OpenHR, Crown).
* Prepare HR documentation including contracts, letters, and forms.
* Ensure compliance with NI employment legislation and internal policies.
* Assist with investigations and disciplinary processes in line with company procedures.
* Provide day‑to‑day guidance to managers on HR policies and best practice.
* Liaise with payroll to ensure accurate and timely information.
* Update weekly HR metrics and maintain communication boards.
* Arrange annual medicals and contribute to wider HR projects across the site.
The Ideal Candidate
* Third‑level qualification in HR, Business Studies, or a related discipline.
* CIPD membership (or working towards) or equivalent HR qualification.
* Experience in an HR support role (Coordinator, Administrator, or similar) within a fast‑paced environment, with readiness to step up into an HR Officer position.
* Strong understanding of NI employment legislation.
* Confident using Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
* Excellent communication, organisation, and presentation skills.
* High attention to detail, with the ability to manage confidential information professionally.
* Self‑motivated and eager to develop further within HR.
Why Sofina Foods?
* Competitive rates
* Online Benefits Hub
* Canteen
* Life insurance
* On‑site parking
* Company pension
* Health & wellbeing programme
Company Information
Sofina Foods is more than just a food company. It’s a place where you can grow your career, learn new skills, and make a positive impact. With a wide range of meat and seafood products that delight consumers worldwide, Sofina Foods is always looking for talented and passionate people to join its team of over 13,000 employees across 40 sites in Canada and Europe. At Sofina Foods, you will be part of a culture that values innovation, quality, sustainability, and customer satisfaction. You will work with diverse and delicious products that are sourced responsibly and sustainably from over 50 different protein sources from 5 continents. Our vision is to be the most successful food company in the world.
Equal Opportunities
Sofina Foods is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences – regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.
Schedule
Monday to Friday, 8 Hour Shift, Day Shift
Location
Cookstown, County Tyrone
Hours of Work
Full‑time
Company
Sofina Foods
Country Code
GB
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