Overview
HR Officer – Our NHS Client is Recruiting (5-Month Contract)
Location: Norwich (with occasional travel to other sites)
Band: Band 5
Contract: 5-month Contract / full-time
Our NHS client is seeking a proactive and professional HR Officer to join their central HR operations team on a 5-month contract. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain valuable NHS HR experience within a large and respected healthcare organisation, supporting managers and staff across a wide range of people-related matters.
In this role, you’ll provide trusted HR advice, coach managers, and contribute to a positive and inclusive workplace culture, while developing your own professional skills.
Responsibilities
* Provide HR advice and guidance to managers and staff on a variety of employee relations issues, including performance, sickness absence, grievance and disciplinary matters.
* Support and manage casework, ensuring issues are progressed consistently and in line with policy.
* Coach and support managers to build their HR knowledge and confidence.
* Draft correspondence, policies, and meeting notes, ensuring accurate HR records.
* Support recruitment and selection, including job description development and participation in interviews.
* Contribute to HR projects, policy reviews and the development of best practice guidance.
* Act as a mediator in conflict resolution when appropriate.
* Deliver training, inductions, and HR-related presentations.
About You
We’re looking for someone with excellent communication, organisational and problem-solving skills who can work sensitively and professionally within a healthcare environment.
You will bring
* Degree-level qualification or equivalent experience.
* CIPD Level 5 (or working towards Level 7) or equivalent.
* HR experience, including involvement in casework (absence, conduct, grievance, capability).
* Knowledge of employment law and its practical application.
* Experience supporting recruitment processes.
* Strong IT skills (Microsoft Office and HR systems).
Desirable
* Previous HR experience within the NHS or another large, complex organisation.
* Experience delivering presentations or training.
What’s on Offer
* A 5-month contract with a respected NHS organisation.
* The chance to join a supportive and collaborative HR team.
* A varied and rewarding role with exposure to the full HR remit.
* Ongoing professional development, including support with CIPD progression.
* The opportunity to make a meaningful impact on staff experience and patient care outcomes.
Interested?
If you’re looking to take on a rewarding contract role in the NHS and develop your HR career, we’d love to hear from you. Please apply with your CV
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