HR Officer

HR Officer
Ilford, London

Hours: 37.5 per week, Monday to Friday (9:00 AM – 5:00 PM)
Salary: £30,000 – £35,000 per annum (DOE)
The Opportunity
I am supporting my client in appointing an experienced HR Officer to take responsibility for their HR function. This role is central to ensuring smooth people operations, providing clear guidance to managers and staff, and driving forward a positive workplace culture.
The HR Officer will play a hands-on role across the full spectrum of HR activity, from recruitment and employee relations to reporting and policy development. It’s an excellent opportunity for someone confident in working independently, who enjoys variety, and who can bring structure, knowledge, and energy to the HR agenda.
Main Areas of Responsibility

• Be the go-to contact for HR advice and support across the organisation.
• Guide managers and staff on employment legislation, procedures, and best practice.
• Oversee recruitment campaigns and new starter onboarding, ensuring all documentation is accurate and compliant.
• Maintain HR documentation such as contracts, job descriptions, and policy updates.
• Take ownership of the HRIS (BreatheHR experience desirable) and ensure records remain up to date.
• Support payroll accuracy through timesheet checks and data reporting.
• Monitor absence levels, providing managers with analysis and guidance on effective absence management.
• Manage employee relations issues, including investigations, grievances, and disciplinaries.
• Design and deliver training to both managers and employees on HR processes and workplace policies.
• Lead on wellbeing initiatives to encourage a healthy and supportive working environment.
• Prepare regular HR reports on metrics such as turnover and absence trends.
• Contribute to statutory returns and reporting requirements.
• Assist with audits and compliance reviews.
• Recommend and implement improvements to HR processes and practices.
• Build strong relationships at all levels, acting as a trusted link between staff and leadership.

• Proven track record in an HR generalist role (minimum 2 years).
• CIPD Level 5 or higher.
• Strong knowledge of current UK employment law.
• Organised, with excellent time management and attention to detail.
• Skilled communicator with the ability to influence and mediate.
• Able to handle sensitive information with professionalism and discretion.
• Comfortable working independently and making decisions.
• HR system experience essential; BreatheHR knowledge advantageous.