HR Officer (Craigavon, Banbridge, Armagh)

Your new company
This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established public sector organisation based in the Armagh/Craigavon area as an HR Officer. You''ll be part of a forward-thinking HR department that plays a key role in shaping employee relations and organisational culture.
Your new role
As HR officer, you will provide professional guidance and support to managers across a wide range of employment matters. Your responsibilities will include:

• Advising on HR policies, procedures, and employment legislation.
• Supporting managers with disciplinary, grievance, attendance, and capability cases.
• Leading investigations and chairing meetings, ensuring accurate documentation and legal compliance.
• Managing employee relations cases and contributing to dispute resolution strategies.
• Preparing documentation for employment tribunals and representing the organisation when required.
• Leading recruitment processes, including panel coordination and selection methods.
• Monitoring attendance and supporting managers in implementing absence policies.
• Maintaining accurate personnel records and liaising with payroll on contractual changes.
• Promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion across the organisation.
• Building strong relationships with internal stakeholders and trade union representatives.
• Delivering training to line managers on HR policies and procedures.
• Participating in cross-functional project teams and joint working groups.

What you''ll need to succeed
To be successful in this role, you should have:

• CIPD level 5 in Human Resource Management or equivalent (please note, equivalency must be clearly demonstrated)
• Be eligible for Associate Membership of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD)
• Minimum of two years'' experience in Human Resources, including:
  - Recruitment
  - Employee relations
  - Stakeholder engagement
• Knowledge of current employment legislation
• Competent in the use of Microsoft Office packages
• 
  Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Knowledge of information systems with the ability to collate and analyse data
• Ability to deal with difficult and sensitive situations in a diplomatic and professional manner
• Ability to work effectively with staff at different levels within the organisation
• Ability to work well as part of a team
• Ability to work on your own initiative
• Access to a form of transport in order to meet the requirements of the post

What you''ll get in return

• -19.81 per hour
• 6 month temporary position with possible extension
• Roles available in Armagh, Banbridge and Craigavon
• 37 hours per week, Monday -Friday (9.00am-5.00pm). Additional hours may be required. A flexible working scheme is in operation.

What you need to do now
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