HR Officer
JOB_53735584769076Job type
TemporaryLocation
SwanseaWorking Pattern
Full-timeSpecialism
Hr GeneralistIndustry
Charities & Not For ProfitPay
£16 - £17 per hour
HR Officer
Role Summary
I am supporting a respected organisation in recruiting a HR Officer for a short‑term temporary contract lasting approximately 2–3 months.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced HR professional who thrives in a fast‑paced environment and is confident providing day‑to‑day HR advice, ensuring compliance with employment law, and supporting the continuous development of HR processes.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate recruitment and onboarding activity, ensuring a consistent and positive employee experience.
- Maintain accurate HR records and ensure HR systems are updated in line with GDPR and audit requirements.
- Process HR transactions, including new starters, contractual changes, and leavers.
- Act as a first point of contact for HR queries from employees and managers, providing clear guidance and escalating complex issues where necessary.
- Support key HR activities including benefits administration, performance processes, and employee engagement initiatives.
- Prepare HR documentation and workforce data to support reporting, audits, and decision-making.
- Contribute to HR projects, policy updates, and improvement activity.
- Assist in coordinating training sessions and HR-related events, including maintaining attendance and compliance records.
- Ensure HR activities comply with organisational policies, employment legislation, and best practice.
- Participate in supervision, development opportunities, and team meetings.
- Undertake any additional duties appropriate to the role.
Essential Experience and Qualifications
- 2–4 years’ experience in an HR Officer or HR support role.
- Strong understanding of HR processes and basic UK employment law.
- Experience supporting recruitment and onboarding.
- Excellent communication skills with a professional and proactive approach.
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.
- Confident using Microsoft Office and HR information systems
Desirable experience
- CIPD Level 5 or working towards a professional HR qualification.
- Experience supporting benefits administration or HR reporting.
- Knowledge of HR audits, compliance work, or workforce metrics.
- Experience working within a fast-paced or multi-site organisation.
- Welsh language skills (desirable but not essential).
- Full driving licence and access to own vehicle (reasonable adjustments available).
Next Steps
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call Ellie on 02920642363.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
HR OfficerJOB_537355847690762026-02-092026-05-11
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