At a Glance
- Tasks: Support colleagues through the employee lifecycle and enhance workplace culture.
- Company: Join a family-owned builders' merchant with a strong focus on people.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, health benefits, pension, and ongoing development support.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for personal and professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a supportive environment while growing your HR career.
- Qualifications: 2-5 years in HR, CIPD Level 5 qualified or working towards it.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Who We Are
Haldane Group, trading as Haldane Fisher, is a family-owned builders' merchant and timber business, employing around 700 colleagues across Northern Ireland, England and the Isle of Man. With well-established brands including Plumbmaster, GE Robinson (Prowood) and Key Hardware, our success has been built on strong relationships, quality products and, most importantly, our people. Our People & Culture team plays a key role in supporting our colleagues and ensuring we continue to provide a positive, inclusive and rewarding place to work.
Location
This role is based at our Newry Head Office.
Your Role
This is a true generalist role offering excellent variety and scope. You will be a trusted partner to managers and colleagues, supporting across the full employee lifecycle. From employee relations and onboarding to engagement and data insight, no two days are the same. You will work closely with an experienced People & Culture team and be supported by the Group People & Culture Manager.
What You'll Do
- Act as a first point of contact for managers and colleagues on day-to-day people matters
- Support and guide managers through employee relations cases, ensuring fair and consistent outcomes
- Deliver a positive and structured onboarding experience for all new starters
- Coach and support managers in performance management and development conversations
- Maintain accurate people data, systems and HR documentation
- Work closely with Payroll to ensure all pay, benefits and contractual changes are processed accurately
- Support engagement, wellbeing and inclusion initiatives across the business
- Analyse and present HR data to support decision-making
You'll Thrive Here If?
- You have 2-5 years' experience in a fast-paced HR generalist role
- You are CIPD Level 5 qualified (or working towards), or hold a relevant degree
- You have strong knowledge of UK & NI employment legislation
- You are confident using HR systems, Excel and reporting tools
- You are highly organised with strong attention to detail
- You are proactive, collaborative and solutions-focused
What's In It For You
- A competitive salary and benefits package reflective of your experience and contribution.
- Access to healthcare benefits following successful completion of probation.
- Company pension scheme to help you plan for the future.
- Ongoing investment in your development, including support towards CIPD qualifications.
- A supportive, collaborative culture within a successful and growing family-owned business.
- The chance to make a real impact, with meaningful responsibility and opportunities to grow within the Group.
People Culture and Experience Generalist TLNT1_NI in Newry employer: IrishJobs
Haldane Group, a family-owned builders' merchant and timber business, is an excellent employer that prioritises the well-being and development of its 700 colleagues across Northern Ireland, England, and the Isle of Man. With a supportive and collaborative culture, competitive rewards, and a commitment to ongoing learning and development, employees can thrive in their roles while making a meaningful impact within the organisation. The Newry Head Office offers a dynamic work environment where no two days are the same, providing ample opportunities for personal and professional growth.
