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Excellent Opportunity for an experienced HR Manager, 6 Month FTC, to join a friendly and busy HR team to cover maternity leave. This is a hands-on, operational role within a fast‑paced commercial property organisation, ideal for someone who enjoys variety, takes initiative, and builds strong relationships across the business.Key Responsibilities • Recruitment & Interviewing: Lead the full recruitment cycle and participate in interviews., • Provide proactive support and guidance to hiring managers., • HRIS Management: Maximise use of HRIS to streamline processes and maintain accurate data. Experience with Cascade is highly advantageous., • Employee Relations: Provide confident, pragmatic advice to managers and employees on a range of ER matters., • Onboarding & Offboarding: Own the new starter induction process and manage all aspects of leavers to ensure a smooth employee lifecycle., • Policy & Process: Ensure managers and employees understand all HR policies. Continuously review and improve HR policies, processes, and documentation., • Performance Management: Manage the biannual performance review cycle and support managers with consistent application., • Compensation & Benefits: Support the annual compensation review and assist with salary benchmarking and job evaluations., • HR Reporting & Analytics: Produce clear, accurate HR reports and insights, supporting business decision-making., • Proven experience as an HR Manager in a commercial organisation (essential)., • CIPD Level 5 qualified (or above), or equivalent experience., • Strong, hands-on HR generalist experience with confidence operating in a fast‑paced environment., • Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills., • Proactive, organised, and comfortable managing a varied workload., • Availability within one week or less is strongly preferred. Hays EA is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Be fully trained in HR but gain military skills that set you apart from civilian HR specialists. As a full-time soldier, entry-level HR Specialist in the British Army, youll:. Gain qualifications up to degree level in HR Practice and Business Adminis.

As Employee Relations Manager, you’ll be accountable for the work of a small team, focusing on quality, performance and reputation of Fitzgerald’s Employee Relations service. Recent experience in roles such as: HR/People Business Partner, Employee Relations Manager/Specialist/Business Partner. E

The successful candidate must have significant experience in HR operations and a solid understanding of UK employment law.

Smiths Detection is looking for a Payroll & Benefits Specialist to take ownership of UK payroll delivery and employee benefits, ensuring our people are paid accurately and on time while supporting a seamless HR experience. You will be the subject matter expert for UK payroll and benefits, working cl

The role may start at either HR Advisor or HR Manager level, depending on the applicant's experience. A recruitment agency in St Albans is looking for an experienced HR professional for an 8-month fixed-term position. Essential qualifications include expertise with the Cascade HR System, along with

We are partnering with a leading Finance & HR specialist recruitment agency based in Hertfordshire. The business has secured multiple global, retained partnerships, resulting in a significant and sustained pipeline of high-value roles across the UK, EMEA, and North America. Due to continued growth, they are now seeking an experienced Senior Researcher / Delivery Consultant to join their team and support delivery across these key accounts. The Role This is a delivery-focused position, working closely with senior stakeholders to source and place high-calibre candidates across Finance and HR markets. You will play a key role in managing retained assignments and ensuring successful delivery on global mandates. Key Responsibilities • Deliver on retained search assignments across Finance and HR markets, • Source, identify, and engage high-quality candidates, • Manage candidate processes from initial outreach through to placement, • Collaborate with internal consultants and account managers, • Build strong talent pipelines across international markets What’s on Offer • £35,000 – £40,000 basic salary (DOE), • Uncapped monthly commission (up to 30%), • Additional quarterly bonus incentives, • Hybrid working model, • Flexible working hours, • Quarterly incentives, including international trips About You • Experience in recruitment, ideally within a white-collar or permanent market, • Strong delivery or research background, • Proven ability to manage candidate processes effectively, • Highly organised, proactive, and detail-oriented, • Keen to work in a fast-paced, high-performance environment If you are looking to move into a more delivery-focused role with access to premium, global assignments, this is an excellent opportunity to progress your career. Apply now or get in touch for a confidential discussion

About the company: Our client is a specialist engineering contractor delivering groundwater control and dewatering solutions for construction and infrastructure projects With extensive experience across complex environments, we provide design, installation, and support services to help manage ground and water conditions safely and efficiently. About the job: The role is to champion a proactive safety, health and environmental culture across all project site operations and management by providing expert guidance, and support. The SHE Advisor will work collaboratively with site teams, leadership, and stakeholders advising on legislative requirements and adherence to company standards, enabling the business to make continuous improvement in safety performance and environmental stewardship. Key relationships: Operations Manager and their Drilling & Yard Managers and Project Managers, HR Manager and their admin support team, UK Managing Director and WJ Group Chief Operations Officer Key responsibilities: • Develop, implement, and maintain SHE policies and procedures in line with legislation and best practice, • Conduct risk assessments and ensure appropriate control measures are in place, • Lead incident investigations, identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions, • Deliver SHE training and promote a proactive, positive safety culture across all levels, • Carry out regular site inspections and audits, reporting on performance and improvement areas, • Provide expert advice on health, safety, environmental, and legal compliance, • Monitor and support environmental management systems and sustainable practices, • Ensure quality standards are maintained in line with ISO 9001, 14001, and 45001, • Produce reports, safety alerts, and share learnings across the business, • Support the development and continuous improvement of the Integrated Management System, • Collaborate with internal teams to drive compliance and support operational objectives About you: A motivated and hardworking individual with great written and communication skills is essential.: • Minimum 2 years’ relevant experience in the construction industry is essential, with proven competence in supporting projects and teams, • Professional qualification e.g. Tech IOSH and Level 3 NEBOSH General/NVQ., • Extensive experience in a civil engineering environment with solid grasp of SHE regulations and site practices, • Excellent communicator and interpersonal skills. both written and verbal, including confident client-facing engagement., • Strong presentation and report writing capabilities, with high standard of written English, • Analytical mindset with ability to interpret technical data and regulations, • Proven ability to work to tight deadlines and prioritise tasks effectively, • Proficient telephone manner and experience liaising with staff at all organisational levels., • Competent in Microsoft Office package, • Holds valid CSCS Safety Professional card, • Demonstrates initiative and resourcefulness, capable of working independently and as a part of a team., • High quality standards, e.g. attention to detail, • Ability to lead by/set a good example, • A passion for Safety, Health, Environment & Quality, • Flexibility to travel across UK to visit our project sites, WJ and yard facilities., • Full UK Driving License

Job Title: Sales Support Administrator Location: Hemel Hempstead Hours: 9-5:30 Monday- Friday | Full time office based Salary: £27,000 Are you a confident, organised, and customer-focused professional with experience in B2B sales support or administration? We are looking for an Order Fulfilment / Sales Support Specialist to provide exceptional support to our Account Managers and ensure a seamless customer experience. This is a hands-on, varied role perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys being part of a collaborative team. The Role: You will be responsible for managing the end-to-end sales order process, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and excellent service at every stage. This role involves direct interaction with both internal teams and customers, processing orders, managing enquiries, and supporting bespoke solutions. There is scope for training, but a strong administrative and customer service background is essential. Key Responsibilities: Take ownership of the order fulfilment process, from receipt of orders to dispatch and proof of delivery. Maintain proactive communication with Account Managers, internal teams, and customers to keep everyone informed. Create work orders and specifications for bespoke solutions, coordinating with the warehouse team for timely delivery. Coordinate direct-to-site shipments where required. Build and maintain knowledge of products and services to identify upsell opportunities. Ensure high levels of accuracy, efficiency, and quality across all order processes. Take responsibility for your own performance and personal development.Skills & Experience: B2B sales support, order management, or technical customer service experience. Strong administrative skills with excellent organisation and prioritisation. Confident on the phone with strong verbal communication skills. Experience raising Purchase Orders (POs) is a strong advantage. IT proficient; experience with order management systems a plus. Able to work independently and collaboratively within a team. Flexible, proactive, and committed to going the extra mile to meet customer needs. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys a varied, hands-on role, working closely with a dynamic sales team. If you are driven, organised, and customer-focused, and want to contribute to delivering exceptional service, we would love to hear from you. About Think Specialist Recruitment: We're an independent support staff recruitment agency based in Hemel Hempstead, working across Herts, Beds, and Bucks. We specialise in permanent and temporary recruitment across administration, customer service, PA/secretarial, HR, accountancy/finance, sales admin/support, marketing, and IT

I'm now exclusively working with a local client of ours in Hemel Hempstead to help them find an Operations Coordinator to join their extremely busy and growing team on a temporary-to-permanent basis. As the Operations Coordinator, you'll be the first point of contact for all technical support queries - diagnosing issues, raising tickets, and ensuring problems are resolved or escalated efficiently. You'll work closely with engineers, vendors, and internal teams to deliver exceptional service in a collaborative setting. This is going to be ideal for someone with who is capable of providing great customer services and able to juggle administration/reporting and elements of scheduling/coordinating field-based engineers. In this position you'd be working on a flexible/hybrid basis within their Hemel Hempstead based site - The team operate Mon-Fri and a shift pattern of either 8.30am to 5.30pm or 9am to 6pm with an hour's lunch break. Due to it initially being a temporary position, you'd be paid the hourly rate somewhere between £13.50 to £15 per hour + holiday pay and would be weekly pay. On a longer-term basis, this role would be paying a salary of up to £29k dependant on experience. This is a temporary-to-permanent position. Key Responsibilities: First point of contact dealing with raising, updating, prioritising and escalating tickets. Allocation of tickets to the appropriate departments/engineers across the UK, accurately allocating based on location. Building long term relationships with vendors. Daily reporting and maintenance of daily documentation updates. Responding to queries, providing accurate updates and manage customer expectations. Monitoring unit feeds to fix live issues and support with troubleshooting.What We're Looking For: Previous experience which demonstrates good customer service and administration experience are a must have - Doing so in an Operations team or environment would be a bonus. Any prior experience using ticketing systems or some form of scheduling/service operations would be a huge bonus. Strong IT skills with a quick grasp of new systems and processes. Excellent communication skills - both written and verbal. Attention to detail and time management. A customer-focused mindset with the ability to multitask. Commercial awareness and the ability to think critically.What's in it for you? All of the below are additional benefits for permanent staff. A salary of up to £29k DOE 26 days annual leave (Plus the option to buy additional days per year) Health Care Plan Enhanced Parental Leave Volunteering Days Huge growth plans and as such, opportunities for progression and skill development Very flexible/hybrid working (Available whilst temping)Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply now or get in touch to find out more! Think Specialist Recruitment is an independent recruitment agency based in Hemel Hempstead, supporting businesses across Herts, Beds, and Bucks. We specialise in recruiting for a range of support staff roles including Administration, Customer Service, HR, Finance, Sales Support, Marketing, and IT Helpdesk

About the company: Our client is a specialist engineering contractor delivering groundwater control and dewatering solutions for construction and infrastructure projects, w ith extensive experience across complex environments, they provide design, installation, and support services to help manage ground and water conditions safely and efficiently. About the job: The role is to champion a proactive safety, health and environmental culture across all project site operations and management by providing expert guidance, and support. The SHE Advisor will work collaboratively with site teams, leadership, and stakeholders advising on legislative requirements and adherence to company standards, enabling the business to make continuous improvement in safety performance and environmental stewardship. Key relationships: Operations Manager and their Drilling & Yard Managers and Project Managers, HR Manager and their admin support team, UK Managing Director and WJ Group Chief Operations Officer Key Responsbilities: Develop and implement SHE policies and procedures Conduct risk assessments and implement control measures Investigate incidents and ensure corrective actions are taken Deliver SHE training and promote best practices Carry out site inspections and audits, reporting on performance gaps Advise on health, safety, and environmental legislation Promote a positive safety culture and provide HSE guidance Support environmental management and sustainability initiatives Assist with quality processes and Integrated Management Systems (ISO standards) Collaborate across departments to support business objectives Undertake additional duties as required About you: A motivated and hardworking individual with great written and communication skills is essential.: • Minimum 5 years’ relevant experience in the construction industry is essential, with proven competence in supporting projects and teams, • Professional qualification e.g. Tech IOSH and Level 3 NEBOSH General/NVQ., • Extensive experience in a civil engineering environment with solid grasp of SHE regulations and site practices, • Excellent communicator and interpersonal skills. both written and verbal, including confident client-facing engagement., • Analytical mindset with ability to interpret technical data and regulations, • Proven ability to work to tight deadlines and prioritise tasks effectively, • Proficient telephone manner and experience liaising with staff at all organisational levels., • Competent in Microsoft Office package, • Holds valid CSCS Safety Professional card, • Demonstrates initiative and resourcefulness, capable of working independently and as a part of a team., • High quality standards, e.g. attention to detail, • Ability to lead by/set a good example, • A passion for Safety, Health, Environment & Quality, • Flexibility to travel across UK to visit our project sites, WJ and yard facilities., • Full UK Driving License