Interim HR Business Partner - Sport NI in Lisburn

We have a fantastic opportunity for you to join our client, Sport NI, based in Belfast as a full-time Interim HR Business Partner. This is a longer-term temporary opportunity.

Pay Rate: £19.59

Start Date: As soon as possible

Location: House of Sport, Belfast

Hours: Monday to Friday 9am-5pm

Duration: Temporary (initial period of 6 months, may be extended)

Organisational background: Sport NI is the lead development public body for sport and physical recreation in Northern Ireland. We are established under the Recreation and Youth Service Order 1986 for the furtherance of sport and physical recreation in Northern Ireland. We develop all aspects of sport and physical recreation from active participation to Olympic and Paralympic levels. Sport NI is primarily funded by grant in aid from the Department for Communities and the National Lottery. Our mission statement is: We are passionate about maximising the power of sport to change lives.

Our DNA: Sport NI's values are Excellence, Integrity, Collaboration and Learning. Sport NI seeks an individual who shares and exemplifies our values and associated behaviours in their daily work.

Overall purpose of job: The HR Business Partner plays a key role in the day-to-day coordination of the HR Department and has generalist responsibility for the organisation, development and effective delivery of an all-encompassing HR function. The post holder will act as a key advocate for culture change within the organisation and for overseeing the successful delivery of our Vision, Mission and Values.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Policy Development: Research, develop and support implementation of Policies and Procedures relating to all HR activities and consult with the recognised Union accordingly. Monitor existing Policies and Procedures and update where necessary to reflect the changing needs of the organisation and in line with current legislation and best practice guidelines. Provide advice and assistance to staff regarding all aspects of HR policy and procedures.
• People Management & Development: Coordinate recruitment and selection processes to attract a highly skilled, flexible and motivated workforce to provide high quality services. Coordination of all aspects of the employee life cycle and associated processes including induction, training, performance management, payroll and pensions. Support the HR Manager on matters relating to employment legislation, policy and terms and conditions of employment. Manage the delivery of effective employee and industrial relations. Contribute to the development of a HR strategy and the delivery of objectives relating to the Business Plan and Corporate Strategy. Contribute to the development and implementation of staff learning and development to enhance the effectiveness of employee performance in achieving both individual and organisational goals and objectives.
• Reward and Remuneration: Coordinate the monthly payroll and pension activities for the organisation ensuring information is processed accurately and in a timely manner. Provide advice and guidance on payroll and pension to managers and staff. Act as main liaison between Sport NI and NILGOSC in processing pension data and information. Complete the statutory returns as and when required. Keep up to date with current processes and changes in pension, HMRC and employment legislation ensuring procedures are up to date.
• Systems, Business and Organisational Development: Coordinate the development of HR and Payroll Information Systems to maximise integration and efficiency. Oversee the effective operation of HR processes relating to recruitment, payroll, attendance management and general administration. Oversee the effective reporting of HR business information internally and externally. Contribute to the development and delivery of structural and cultural change programs across the organisation.
• Health, Safety and Well-being: Ensure that appropriate Health & Safety reviews are carried out and that the organisation is meeting its obligations under Health & Safety legislation. In conjunction with Managers, coordinate and carry out risk assessments and deliver appropriate training and guidance. Promote a healthy workplace culture by ensuring SNI has appropriate provisions and services for staff to avail of. Coordination of the organisation's buildings are maintained in a safe condition.

This job description is not to be regarded as exclusive or exhaustive. It is intended as an outline indication of the areas of activity and will be amended in the light of the changing needs of the organisation.

Essential Criteria:

• Three years demonstrable full time (or part time 3-5 years equivalent) employment experience in the last seven years in a generalist HR role ensuring the effective delivery of an all-encompassing HR Function, including:
• Policy Development
• Recruitment and Selection
• Provision of professional HR advice to staff and managers
• Organisational development and cultural change programmes
• Demonstrable employment experience in the coordination and development of HR Information Systems.
• Demonstrable employment experience of staff management including performance and development of staff.
• Access to a form of transport to allow the requirements of the role to be met in full.

Desirable Criteria:

• Associate Level membership or higher of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD).
• A degree or a recognised equivalent professional qualification in Human Resources (HR).
• Demonstrable employment experience of coordinating and processing end to end monthly payroll for an organisation.
• Demonstrable employment experience of overseeing Health and Safety within an organisation.
• An Access NI will be required for this role.
• A criminal record will not necessarily be a bar to obtaining a position.

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