Permanent HR Officer required for 4 days per week based in Lisburn

Job Summary:
The HR Officer will support the Human Resources department in ensuring smooth and efficient business operations. The role encompasses both administrative and strategic responsibilities, contributing to key functions such as recruitment, training and development, employee relations, and policy implementation.

Duties will include:

Recruitment and Selection

• Assist in preparing job descriptions, posting job adverts, and coordinating the recruitment process.
• Conduct initial screenings and interviews.
• Coordinate and deliver induction and onboarding training for new hires.

Employee Relations

• Serve as the first point of contact for employees regarding HR policies and procedures.
• Address and resolve complex employee relations issues, including grievances.
• Conduct workplace investigations when necessary.

HR Administration

• Maintain accurate employee records in compliance with legal and company requirements.
• Update internal databases with new hire and employment changes.
• Prepare essential HR documents including contracts and payroll data.

Policy Implementation

• Ensure compliance with employment laws and regulations.
• Assist in the creation and rollout of HR policies and procedures.
• Provide advice and support on HR best practices.

Performance Management

• Support performance review processes and assist in creating performance improvement plans.
• Work with managers to monitor and address performance concerns.

Pay, Compensation & Benefits

• Oversee payroll processing to ensure timely and accurate wage and salary delivery.
• Administer employee benefit schemes and communicate entitlements.
• Address pay-related queries and issues.

Health and Safety

• Ensure company compliance with health and safety legislation.
• Promote and support initiatives that foster a safe and healthy work environment.

Essential Criteria:

• Minimum of 5 GCSEs (or equivalent) at grade C or above, including English & Maths.
• CIPD qualified to at least Level 3.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a Human Resources role.
• Strong knowledge of HR practices and employment legislation.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and HR systems (HRIS/Payroll).
• Experience with time management systems is desirable.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive matters with discretion.
• Organised and capable of managing multiple priorities.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Collaborative, team-oriented mindset.
• Empathetic and ethically grounded.
• Objective and impartial.
• High attention to detail.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and adaptable to change.

Hours of Work: Monday – Thursday 8.00 am – 5.00 pm

Salary: £32,000 (pro rata)

Closing Date for Applicants Wednesday 23rd July 2025

For further information contact Tanya Lyttle at GenTech Recruitment on

Skills:
CIPD qualified to at least Level 3. HR Officer Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a HR role