HR Generalist

Qualifications & Experience

Essential:

• CIPD Level 5 (or working towards)
• 2-5 years' experience in a generalist HR role in the UK
• Willingness to work on-site 5 days a week, with monthly travel to other UK sites (travel and expenses covered)
• Must have own transport and a full UK driving licence, due to travel between sites
• Must have the right to work in the UK

Desirable:

• Experience supporting TUPE processes or organisational change/restructuring
• Experience in an engineering, industrial, or asset management/inspection environment
• Exposure to payroll processes

Purpose of the Role

We're looking for a proactive and personable HR Generalist to join WH Scott Group on-site and support the full employee lifecycle. Based at either our Erith (London) or Wickwar (Bristol) site, with regular travel to our other UK locations, this is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys variety – from day-to-day employee relations and policy work to onboarding and HR project delivery – within a fast-paced, people-focused environment. You'll work closely with a dedicated Talent Acquisition Specialist to support the recruitment function.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the first point of contact for employee queries relating to policies, benefits, and general HR matters
• Partner with the Talent Acquisition Specialist on the recruitment function – supporting job description sign‑off, hiring manager briefings, interview coordination, and candidate experience, while TA leads on sourcing, advertising, and screening
• Lead new starter onboarding and induction processes to ensure a smooth first‑90‑days experience
• Provide on‑site HR support and visible presence across your base location and, on a monthly rotation, other UK sites
• Support line managers with employee relations casework, including disciplinaries, grievances, absence management, and performance improvement, ensuring compliance with UK employment law and ACAS guidance
• Maintain accurate HR records and data on the HRIS, ensuring GDPR compliance
• Support the annual cycles for performance reviews, salary benchmarking, and pay reviews
• Draft and update HR policies and employee handbooks in line with current legislation
• Coordinate learning and development activity, including training bookings and tracking completion
• Prepare HR metrics and reports (e.g., turnover, absence, headcount) for senior leadership
• Support wellbeing, diversity & inclusion, and employee engagement initiatives
• Ensure right‑to‑work checks, contracts, and statutory documentation are completed accurately and on time

Key Competencies

• Solid working knowledge of UK employment law and best practice
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust across all levels of the business
• Excellent organisational skills and high attention to detail
• Confident using HRIS systems and Microsoft Office (Excel in particular)
• Discretion when handling confidential and sensitive information
• Comfortable partnering with a Talent Acquisition specialist rather than owning full‑cycle recruitment

What We Offer

• 20 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Pension scheme
• Subsidised gym membership
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) and wellbeing programme
• Cycle to Work scheme and other tax‑saver incentives
• Travel expenses covered for site visits
• Ongoing professional development, including CIPD study support
• The opportunity to be part of a growing team across the UK and ROI

WH Scott Group is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage/civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.