Negotiable
Fixed-Term
Hybrid
Marlow, Buckinghamshire, UK
Summary: The HR Officer role is a 12-month Fixed-Term Contract focused on employee relations within a well-established organization in Marlow. The position requires a hands-on generalist approach, providing support and guidance across all levels of the business. The successful candidate will manage employee relations queries, conduct investigations, and assist with HR generalist tasks. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on workplace culture and employee experience.
Key Responsibilities:
- First point of contact for all ER queries
- Manage disciplinary & grievance cases from start to finish
- Conduct investigations, write reports, and guide managers through fair processes
- Support performance management (capability & conduct)
- Deliver training to managers on people management best practices
- Promote engagement, monitor morale, and drive positive culture
- Assist with implementing policies & procedures
- Support onboarding, recruitment coordination & L&D
- Maintain accurate records using Workday (HRIS)
- Liaise with third-party payroll provider (ADP)
- Provide first-line support on HR queries (policies, benefits, payroll)
- Participate in HR projects that improve employee experience
Key Skills:
- CIPD Level 5 (or above) + relevant degree
- 4+ years experience in a generalist HR role
- Solid grounding in UK employment law & employee relations
- Strong communicator with great problem-solving skills
- Experience using HR systems Workday a bonus!
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, head-office environment
Salary (Rate): £45,000 yearly
City: Marlow
Country: UK
Working Arrangements: hybrid
IR35 Status: fixed-term
Seniority Level: Mid-Level
Industry: HR
Are you a confident HR professional with a passion for employee relations and building strong workplace culture? Do you enjoy being the go-to person for advice, coaching, and support across all levels of a business? If so, this 12-month Fixed-Term Contract could be your next exciting move!
We re partnering with a well-established organisation based in Marlow, looking for an experienced HR Officer to step into a varied, hands-on generalist role with employee relations as the core focus.
What You ll Be Doing:
Employee Relations (60%) your main focus!
- First point of contact for all ER queries
- Manage disciplinary & grievance cases from start to finish
- Conduct investigations, write reports, and guide managers through fair processes
- Support performance management (capability & conduct)
- Deliver training to managers on people management best practices
- Promote engagement, monitor morale, and drive positive culture
HR Generalist Support (40%) variety guaranteed!
- Assist with implementing policies & procedures
- Support onboarding, recruitment coordination & L&D
- Maintain accurate records using Workday (HRIS)
- Liaise with third-party payroll provider (ADP)
- Provide first-line support on HR queries (policies, benefits, payroll
- Participate in HR projects that improve employee experience
What They re Looking For:
- CIPD Level 5 (or above) + relevant degree
- 4+ years experience in a generalist HR role
- Solid grounding in UK employment law & employee relations
- Strong communicator with great problem-solving skills
- Experience using HR systems Workday a bonus!
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, head-office environment
Why You ll Love This Role:
This is a brilliant opportunity to make an impact, build relationships across the business, and support meaningful employee experiences. You'll have autonomy in your role while working alongside a supportive HR Advisor and wider UK HR team.
Company Benefits:
- Hybrid working after probation
- Private Medical Insurance
- Private Dental
- Family Discounts
- 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays
- Plus more!