Human Resources Officer
20 hours ago
Norwich
HR Officer – Our NHS Client is Recruiting (5-Month Contract) Location: Norwich (with occasional travel to other sites) Band: Band 5 Contract: 5-month Contract / full-time Our NHS client is seeking a proactive and professional HR Officer to join their central HR operations team on a 5-month contract. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain valuable NHS HR experience within a large and respected healthcare organisation, supporting managers and staff across a wide range of people-related matters. In this role, you’ll provide trusted HR advice, coach managers, and contribute to a positive and inclusive workplace culture, while developing your own professional skills. Key Responsibilities: • Provide HR advice and guidance to managers and staff on a variety of employee relations issues, including performance, sickness absence, grievance and disciplinary matters., • Support and manage casework, ensuring issues are progressed consistently and in line with policy., • Coach and support managers to build their HR knowledge and confidence., • Draft correspondence, policies, and meeting notes, ensuring accurate HR records., • Support recruitment and selection, including job description development and participation in interviews., • Contribute to HR projects, policy reviews and the development of best practice guidance., • Act as a mediator in conflict resolution when appropriate., • Deliver training, inductions, and HR-related presentations. About You: We’re looking for someone with excellent communication, organisational and problem-solving skills who can work sensitively and professionally within a healthcare environment. You will bring: • Degree-level qualification or equivalent experience., • CIPD Level 5 (or working towards Level 7) or equivalent., • HR experience, including involvement in casework (absence, conduct, grievance, capability)., • Knowledge of employment law and its practical application., • Experience supporting recruitment processes., • Strong IT skills (Microsoft Office and HR systems). Desirable: • Previous HR experience within the NHS or another large, complex organisation., • Experience delivering presentations or training. What’s on Offer: • A 5-month contract with a respected NHS organisation., • The chance to join a supportive and collaborative HR team., • A varied and rewarding role with exposure to the full HR remit., • Ongoing professional development, including support with CIPD progression., • The opportunity to make a meaningful impact on staff experience and patient care outcomes. Interested? If you’re looking to take on a rewarding contract role in the NHS and develop your HR career, we’d love to hear from you. Please apply with your CV