HR Officer

We are partnered with a well-established and growing accountancy firm looking to recruit an experienced and proactive HR Officer to join the team. This is a generalist HR role, providing support across the full employee lifecycle while helping to foster a positive, professional and high-performing workplace culture. This is an excellent opportunity for an HR professional who enjoys variety, building strong working relationships and making a genuine impact within a people-focused business. The successful candidate will work closely with senior management to provide practical HR advice and ensure compliance with employment legislation and best practice. Hybrid working is available, and we are happy to consider both full-time and part-time applicants. Key Responsibilities • Provide generalist HR support across all areas of the employee lifecycle. • Manage recruitment activities, including drafting job adverts, coordinating interviews and supporting onboarding. • Prepare contracts of employment, offer letters and other employment documentation. • Coordinate induction and probation processes. • Maintain accurate employee records and HR systems. • Provide guidance to managers on HR policies, procedures and employment legislation. • Support employee relations matters, including absence management, disciplinary, grievance and performance processes. • Assist with learning and development initiatives, identifying training needs and coordinating training activities. • Support performance review processes and employee engagement initiatives. • Monitor HR metrics and produce management reports where required. • Ensure HR policies and procedures remain up to date and compliant with current employment legislation. • Support wellbeing initiatives and contribute to creating a positive working environment. • Liaise with payroll regarding employee changes where appropriate. The successful candidate will have: • Previous experience in a generalist HR role. • Good working knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice. • Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build trusted relationships. • Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities. • A proactive, solutions-focused approach and the confidence to work independently. • High levels of discretion and professionalism when handling confidential information. • Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office and HR systems. • CIPD qualification (Level 3 or Level 5) is desirable but not essential. What We Offer • Salary of £36,000 - £40,000 depending on experience. • Hybrid working. • Full-time or part-time hours considered. • Supportive and collaborative working environment. • Opportunity to contribute to the continued growth of a successful professional services firm. • Ongoing professional development opportunities. For more information please apply directly or contact Jess at AJ Chambers.