HR Officer - 12 Month Fixed Term Contract Location: Belfast (multi-site) Hours: 37.5 per week Contract: Fixed Term (12 months) We are partnering with a leading, large-scale FMCG and supply chain organisation to recruit an experienced HR Officer for a 12-month fixed term contract. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established, values-driven business with a strong focus on people, performance and continuous improvement. This role will suit a proactive HR professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced, operational environment and partnering closely with managers to deliver high-quality HR support. Please note: This role requires onsite presence 4 days per week and regular travel between sites in the Belfast area. The Role Reporting into the HR Business Partner team, the HR Officer will provide a full generalist HR service across multiple operational sites, supporting both managers and employees. Key responsibilities include: Delivering comprehensive HR administration across the employee lifecycle, including resourcing support, onboarding, probation, offboarding, retirement, HR KPIs, payroll queries and employee status changes Supporting managers with employee relations matters such as investigations, disciplinary meetings and hearings, including note-taking and drafting formal correspondence Advising managers and employees on HR policies, ensuring consistent and fair application Supporting engagement, communications and culture initiatives at site level Assisting with HR-wide projects and initiatives Coordinating, planning and delivering training interventions, including training needs analysis, scheduling and acting as the main point of contact for learning and development Supporting managers with performance management, absence management, engagement and problem-solving Acting as a trusted point of contact for employees, providing guidance and support as required Maintaining accurate employee records and ensuring compliance with HR data standards Building strong working relationships across all levels of the organisation About You You will be an organised, resilient and people-focused HR professional who thrives in a busy environment. Essential requirements: Third level qualification in HR, Business or a related discipline CIPD qualification (or equivalent) Minimum 2 years' experience in a similar HR Officer / HR Generalist role Strong exposure to employee relations and HR operations Sound knowledge of employment legislation and the confidence to advise managers effectively Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence at all levels A collaborative, solutions-focused approach and the ability to manage competing priorities Full driving licence and flexibility to travel between sites Flexibility with working hours, including occasional attendance at night-shift meetings Desirable: Experience in a unionised environment Background in logistics, retail, manufacturing or FMCG What's on Offer Competitive salary Opportunity to work within a respected, people-focused organisation Exposure to a large, complex HR environment with strong learning opportunities Supportive HR team and collaborative culture If you're an experienced HR Officer looking for your next contract role and enjoy working close to the business in a hands-on, operational capacity, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now or contact in confidence for more information. IND01