Overview
Our client is a prestigious, well-established organisation in the Education sector, with offices in Oxford. They have a new permanent requirement in their HR department for an HR Manager.
Responsibilities
Recruitment
* Comprehensive understanding of the end-to-end recruitment cycle.
* Prepare job adverts and maintain job descriptions working closely with the recruitment officer.
* Meet and greet candidates, conducting ID checks.
* Manage the recruitment and data of independent and third-party contractors.
* Assist with Apprenticeship recruitment.
Administration
* Manage the employee lifecycle including ensuring all pre-employment checks have been carried out, bringing any concerns to the HR Director's attention.
* Maintain the single central register with meticulous attention to detail.
* Prepare contracts of employment, offer letters and other official documentation for the HR Director.
* Manage and maintain all lists and relevant checks for contracted staff in accordance with Safer Recruitment.
* Update and maintain the database for starters, leavers and changes in order to inform payroll.
* Manage the HR Database (SAM People) ensuring all records are maintained accurately.
* Manage the HR inbox and attend to general enquiries in a timely manner, bringing more complex matters to the HR Director's attention.
* Manage and oversee the performance cycle reminders for line managers to include appraisals and probationary reviews.
Absence Management
* Manage and maintain oversight of absences through the HR system, flagging any potential concerns to the HR Director.
* Provide guidance to staff on absence policies and procedures.
Employee Relations and Engagement
* Act as a trusted advisor for managers and employees on HR-related matters.
* Provide guidance to employees on policies and procedures.
* Provide support on first-line employee relations cases, including sickness absence and grievances.
* Support and assist the HR Director on various HR projects and initiatives.
Qualifications
The ideal candidate will have HR experience at least to Advisor/Officer level, with a strong grasp of UK employment law and HR best practice. You must have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and the ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
Benefits
* Salary: 40-45k (depending on experience).
* Enhanced benefits including pension, 30 days holiday, gym usage, free meal, and study support for CIPD.
* The role is predominantly office-based, with some flexibility during holidays.
Job Details
* Location: Oxford, England, United Kingdom
* Seniority level: Associate
* Employment type: Full-time
* Job function: Human Resources
* Industries: Education
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