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HR Officer

At Hays Human Resources I am currently working alongside our Kingston based client who is currently seeking to recruit a HR Officer on a 6-12 month contract to start asap 

Objectives/Purpose Of Job  

To work with and support the HR Business Partners in delivering pro-active, high quality HR support to the Business.

European HQ, Kingston is the business hub for the EMEA region and as such, is the location for senior management teams covering both the Business

Through building and maintaining strong relationships with key stakeholders within the business, you will help maintain the profile of the HR Team as a dynamic and commercially focussed Partner to the Business.

 











Key Activities/Responsibilities      

 

HR Operations Provide an effective first line HR service to the Kingston based client group, working with country HR teams as necessary on regional matters

Focus on Process Excellence in executing on operational activities, ensuring compliance and efficiency across transactional HR activities

Maintain and ensure accuracy of HR data held within Peoplesoft (PSFT) and other databases

Responsible for managing headcount reporting and other PSFT reports as required; compiling data for analysis and highlighting areas for action

Work with HR BPs in ongoing review and maintenance of UK HR policies and procedures

Responsible for managing/updating content on HR intranet

Responsible for managing document storage and compliance with Data Protection requirements

Ensure documentation (letters; contracts; templates) is reviewed and updated as necessary

Employee Relations Compile casework for disciplinary, grievance, sickness and absence issues

Provide assistance with general employee queries relating to policy and procedure

Administer processes relating to maternity / paternity leave; exit interviews; flexible working applications

Work with HR BP to provide support, guidance and direction to managers on employee relations issues in line with local policies and procedures

Support HR BP with any change programmes for your business areas, including restructure and redundancy

Recruitment Provide first class service to Business Units on recruitment needs; working with Preferred Suppliers to manage the process for permanent hires from initial posting to offer and acceptance

Process owner for temporary/interim hiring needs

Support HR BP in all aspects of Recruitment process for roles at Manager level and above

Act as Induction Champion for new starters: develop and own the On Boarding process to ensure that all new starters experience Best in Class induction to the Company

Reward And Recognition Work with the HR BP and the Compensation team, participating in annual salary review process, including benchmarking; salary planning process and implementation of changes

Manage Awards process

Assist HR BP with preparation for annual Operating Plan, HR Budget and Headcount Plans

Assist HR BP with development and roll out of local incentive scheme for EHQ staff

Project Support Provide general and administrative support in respect of various HR projects, including

Reviewing processes related to managing the expatriate population

Preparation & running internal training courses (general curriculum & bespoke sessions)

Change management and organisation restructuring / headcount management

Support the HR BPs with any ad hoc HR Projects

 Candidate Profile:                                                                                    

CIPD, or significant equivalent work experience required (applications from part qualified candidates who are completing their studies will also be welcome)

Extensive knowledge & utilisation of MS Office required

PeopleSoft experience preferred, although experience of at least one type of HR Management System is required

Solid experience of the full range of generalist HR activities

Excellent working knowledge of HR processes and procedures, gained through working alongside/supporting one or more senior HR Generalists

Demonstrable record of working within a team, supporting Generalist(s) in delivering projects and day to day activities to support the Business

Proven track record of operating as an effective HR professional within a similar organisational context; this role would suit an HR professional looking for more responsibility, and the opportunity to develop skills and knowledge in providing client facing HR support

Experience of working in an international company required