HR Officer (9 - 12 Months)

Job Description

HR Officer (Maternity Cover)
Looking for your next career move in HR? This is a great opportunity to gain more experience in a faced paced setting. This role will afford you the unique opportunity to work independently with support from an experienced HR Manager.

What's in it for you?

  • Competitive salary up to £30,000
  • Hybrid working pattern (2 days in-office, 3 days from home)
  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • Private medical insurance
  • Free on-site parking
  • Contract opportunity

  • About your next employer
  • A leading not for profit organisation based in Belfast.
  • The organisation provides support to innovators and entrepreneurs across the tech sector in Northern Ireland. A certified Great Place to Work®, this is one of Northern Ireland's most exciting and innovative employers.
  • About you
  • At least 2 years experience at HR Officer or HR Generalist level
  • Level 5 CIPD qualification
  • Experience managing the entire recruitment lifecycle
  • Sound and up-to-date knowledge of Northern Ireland Employment Law.
  • Strong experience of MS 365 Office programmes and HR Software Systems.
  • A trusted advisor with an ability to treat confidential information with care and discretion.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including adept attention to detail.
  • Excellent project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple initiatives and deadlines simultaneously.
  • Passionate advocate for diversity, equity and inclusion
  • Organising workload and giving attention to detail to produce accurate, high quality work to deadlines.


What you'll do

  • Lead and manage a high volume of recruitment activities through the entire lifecycle - including drafting job description through to managing employee onboarding experience.
  • Develop and nurture a positive organisational culture aligned with the company's values, promoting integrity, passion and the ability to be bold.
  • Support the various change management initiatives underway across the organisation and work with the Director of People & Culture to communicate and implement any organisational change as appropriate.
  • Codesign and deliver employee engagement initiatives and play an active role in employee networks.
  • Plan, organise and schedule an annual learning and development calendar in line with strategic direction.
  • Work collaboratively with the director of people & culture to design and implement comprehensive DEI strategies that align with organisational goals.
  • Lead on the development of new policies and review and update existing policies to maintain accuracy and appropriateness.
  • Implement and manage performance review processes, providing guidance to managers on performance evaluations, feedback, and goal-setting.
  • Act as a trusted advisor to employees and management, addressing employee concerns, conflicts, and providing guidance on HR-related matters.
  • Manage all HR administrative tasks, including maintaining employee records and manage the HR Software systems.
  • Oversee and manage the full portfolio of employee benefits. Take ownership and manage the Equality Commission annual monitoring return process within specific timeframes.


For further information on this job, or any other HR job in Belfast or Northern Ireland, apply via the link below or contact Emma Hall for a confidential chat today.