Robert Half LTD are working with an established and forward-thinking business who are seeking an experienced HR Generalist for a 12-month maternity cover contract. This role is 30 hours a week and offers a flexible, remote-first environment, valuing autonomy and output over traditional working patterns.
The full-time salary equivalent is £35k-£40k DOE.
Key Responsibilities
1. HR Advisory: Act as the first point of contact for HR queries and provide advice to managers on employment terms and best practice.
2. Recruitment: Oversee end-to-end recruitment processes including drafting job descriptions, shortlisting, interviewing, onboarding and inductions.
3. Payroll: Manage monthly payroll activities in collaboration with an external provider and submit pension details. Ensure staff receive accurate pay and benefits.
4. Policy Development: Review and update HR policies in conjunction with senior leadership.
5. Training: Deliver workshops or training sessions to internal staff.
6. Research & Analysis: Conduct HR research and data analysis to support reports, policy development, and service improvement.
7. Project Work: Lead and contribute to HR projects such as induction improvements, salary benchmarking, recruitment reviews, and process enhancements.
8. Line Management: Supervise and support the HR Assistant.
About You
9. Proven experience in a generalist HR role
10. Working knowledge of payroll processes
11. Strong interpersonal and communication skills
12. Ability to build effective relationships across all levels of an organisation
13. Analytical mindset with experience in data interpretation and reporting
14. CIPD qualification (or working towards) is desirable but not essential
What's on Offer
15. Fully remote working with no core hours - flexibility to work around life
16. Health and wellbeing support
17. Enhanced employer pension contributions and life insurance
18. Comprehensive leave policies, including enhanced family and sickness entitlements
19. Volunteering day allowance
20. Tailored home-working equipment
Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training.