People/HR Officer (Fixed-Term, 18 Months – Maternity Cover)
Location: Liverpool City Centre
Contract Type: Fixed-Term (18 months)
Working Pattern: Full-time, Hybrid
Reporting to: Head of People
About the Role
We are seeking a highly organised and detail-oriented People/HR Officer to join our dynamic and growing People Team at a specialist law firm based in Liverpool city centre. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to an evolving HR function within a legal environment that is undergoing exciting transformational change.
This fixed-term role (18 months – maternity cover) is pivotal in supporting the full colleague lifecycle, with particular focus on onboarding, offboarding, and general people processes. You will work closely with the HR Advisor and Learning & Development Manager in a small, collaborative team that supports approximately 150 colleagues across the firm.
Key Responsibilities
Employee Lifecycle & Operations
* Own and manage onboarding and offboarding processes end-to-end, including pre-employment checks, contracts, induction coordination, and exit documentation.
* Draft and issue key documentation such as offer letters, contracts of employment, probation confirmations, and change letters.
* Maintain and update the HRIS/People system with accuracy and timeliness.
* Manage employee records, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory standards (e.g., GDPR).
HR Administration & Support
* Provide administrative support to the HR Advisor across generalist activities such as absence management, benefits, and recruitment coordination.
* Assist in low-level employee relations matters including note-taking, preparation of documentation, and scheduling meetings.
* Support policy updates and contribute to the development of new procedures and templates.
Systems & Process Improvement
* Confidently use and maintain People systems to run reports, track data, and ensure data integrity.
* Contribute to continuous improvement of HR processes, documentation, and workflows.
* Support ongoing HR and change projects linked to organisational transformation and growth.
What We’re Looking For
Essential
* Experience in a generalist HR/People role, ideally within a fast-paced environment.
* Strong understanding of HR administration and the employee lifecycle.
* Some exposure to low-level employee relations (e.g. absence management, disciplinary/grievance support).
* High level of accuracy and attention to detail in all written and system-based work.
* Confident in drafting letters, contracts, and contributing to policy documentation.
* Proficient in Microsoft Office and experienced with at least one HRIS/People system.
* Professional, discreet, and able to maintain confidentiality at all times.
* Proactive, approachable, and confident working independently as well as part of a team.
1. Desirable
* CIPD Level 3 (minimum) or working towards Level 5.
* Experience in a law firm or regulated environment.
* Interest in HR transformation and change initiatives.
Why Join Us?
This is a great opportunity for an ambitious HR professional to gain broad exposure across all aspects of the People function while contributing to meaningful projects in a transforming business. While the role is fixed-term, our ongoing growth means there may be potential for permanent opportunities in future.
You'll be joining a supportive and agile HR team in a firm that values its people, its culture, and continuous improvement.