Human Resources Officer

Venesky-Brown’s client, a public sector organisation in Belfast, is currently looking to recruit a HR & Corporate Services Officer for an initial 3 month contract on a rate of £15.33/hour PAYE – working 37.5 hours per week. This role will be based onsite in Belfast.

Responsibilities:

– To assist the Head of HR & Corporate Services and the HR & Training Manager to achieve targets laid down with the Agency’s HR & Corporate Services Strategy and Departmental Business Plan.

– Assist in achievement of HR related objectives in relation to HR Controls Assurance action plan.

– To provide as required, timely and accurate management information on HR trends.

– To provide diary management and administrative support to the Head of HR & Corporate Services.

– Ensure the co-ordination of statutory returns to regulatory bodies.

– Co-ordinate activities with regard to multi-disciplinary forums on a range of HR issues.

– Responsible for ensuring accurate and timely preparation and submission of personnel documentation and records to the Payroll Department.

– Maintain the security of all filing systems and correspondence both computerised and manual, in line with Data Protection Regulations.

– Conduct audits for HR related matters as and when required.

– Administer and co-ordinate employee benefit schemes – Cycle2Work, TaxSmart, Employers for Childcare

– Any other duties as may be required within the HR & Corporate Services Department.

Essential Skills:

– A University Degree or a recognised Professional Qualification plus a minimum of one year’s relevant experience working within a Human Resources Department OR A minimum of three years relevant experience working in a Human Resources Department, one of which must be at Band 3 or above or equivalent AND Suitable experience in providing an advisory role to Managers on a range of HR related issues.

– Hold a current full driving licence which is valid for use in the UK and have access to a car on appointment. This criterion will be waived in the case of applicants whose disability prohibits driving but who have access to a form of transport approved by the organisation which will permit them to carry out the duties of the post.

– Production and analysis of statistical information using software packages such as Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and Word.

– Ability to prioritise workloads and meet deadlines and ability to work as part of a team and on own initiative.

– Responsible attitude to confidentiality of information.

– An ability to develop good working relationships with officers in all grades and professions.

– An ability to communicate clearly, both verbally and in writing.

– Up to date knowledge of current employment legislation.

– Working knowledge of best practice HR policies and procedures.

Desirable Skills:

– Use of HR / Payroll system

– CIPD qualification / member

If you would like to hear more about this opportunity please get in touch.