HR Officer - 3-Month Contract
Location: Central London / Hybrid
Start Date: Immediate
Duration: 3 months
Day Rate: £285/day (Inside IR35)
We are seeking an experienced HR generalist to join a high-performing HR team delivering strategic and operational people support across a respected not-for-profit organisation. Reporting to the Senior HR Business Partner, this role suits someone confident, working across the full employee lifecycle, who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is comfortable juggling priorities.
Key Responsibilities
Operational HR Delivery
* Act as first point of contact for HR queries, offering clear and pragmatic advice
* Manage end-to-end processes for starters and leavers, including onboarding and exit interviews
* Liaise with Payroll to ensure accurate processing of HR changes
* Support HR inbox management and participate in operational meetings
* Prepare workforce metrics and updates for partnering conversations
* Contribute to HR projects and delivery of cross-organisational workstreams
Recruitment & Onboarding
* Coordinate full-cycle recruitment across assigned teams
* Advise managers and stakeholders through all stages of the hiring process
* Ensure onboarding compliance, including Right to Work checks and probation reviews
* Manage agency relationships and recruitment spend tracking
* Review and evaluate recruitment practices and provider performance
Engagement, Induction & Learning
* Support delivery of induction and onboarding programmes
* Assist in planning and coordinating wellbeing and engagement initiatives
* Contribute content to internal platforms and staff communications
* Liaise with networks and stakeholders to support a positive staff experience
Employee Relations & Case Management.
* Advise on day-to-day employee relations, including performance, absence and capability matters.
* Draft occupational health referrals and support case action plans.
* Prepare documentation and case summaries for consistent record-keeping.
Essential Experience & Skills
* Previous experience in a busy HR environment within a complex organisation
* Solid knowledge of UK employment legislation and HR policies
* Strong communication skills and confidence when advising stakeholders
* Proficiency in HR systems, reporting and data interpretation
* Organised and professional with a discreet approach to sensitive matters
* Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver to deadlines
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong generalist HR experience to contribute immediately and make an impact. If you're available now and ready to take on a varied and hands-on role, we'd welcome your application.
What you'll get in return
Flexible working options available.
What you need to do now
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