HR Generalist

Ely
1 year ago
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My client, a global industry leading manufacturer in Ely is looking for a HR Generalist to provide high quality advice and support to employees and managers on daily relations matters. This role will support cultural change initiatives such as IIP and LEAN as well as supporting the Senior Human Resources Generalist in employee performance related strategies.

Key Responsibilities of the HR Generalist:

  • Action absence management in line with company policy, support managers with the effective monitoring and management of employee absences including holiday, sickness, emergency leave etc.

  • Provide support and guidance on performance management issues, disciplinary and grievance cases, this includes case management through to conclusion of issues.

  • Assisting employees with their day-to-day HR needs as well as supporting the HR Admin team with any queries.

  • Support the Senior HR Generalist to mentor managers in the consistent application of HR policies and practices to enable them to become self-sufficient in good people management practice.

  • Assist the Senior HR Generalist to prepare and implement HR strategy.

  • Work on various strategic HR projects.

  • Contribute to the creation of new policies or implementing changes to existing policies.

  • Monitor and develop performance appraisal systems.

    What you will need to succeed as the HR Generalist:

  • Minimum 3 years of Human Resources experience.

  • CIPD level 3-7 qualification is desirable but not essential.

  • Knowledge of UK employment legislation and regulations.

  • A high level of integrity and always maintain strict confidentiality.

  • Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as in a collaborative team.

  • Ability to anticipate needs and solve problems proactively.

  • Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills.

  • Experience with Microsoft software, Excel, Word and PowerPoint.

  • Ability to provide both verbal and written information clearly, succinctly and persuasively as well as the ability to influence others.

  • Strong multi-tasking skills and must be comfortable maintaining multiple, often conflicting priorities and deadlines.

  • Flexibility to change working patterns to support business needs.

    Working Hours: Monday to Friday 8.00am – 4.30pm. Hybrid working available following completion of training which will be 2 days working from home and 3 days office based.

    Location: Ely

    Company benefits: Competitive salary, plus an excellent benefits package including pension, health care, 25 days holiday plus public holidays.

    If you are interested in finding out more about this position, please contact Claudine for a chat on (phone number removed) or apply now.

    If you have not received a response within 3-5 working days, unfortunately your application has been unsuccessful. Kameo Recruitment Ltd is acting as an employment agency for this permanent vacancy

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