HR Officer - Merrifield Consultants : Job Details

HR Officer

• Position: HR Officer (Temporary)
• Location: Hybrid working (2-3 days in the office per month)
• Hourly Rate: £16.00 - £17.50 per hour
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: 4-6 weeks, with potential to extend

YOU MUST HAVE EXPERIENCE USING iTRENT

We are seeking an experienced HR Officer to join a prestigious, research-led professional services organisation on a temporary basis. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with strong HR administrative experience, looking for a flexible, hybrid role. The position offers hybrid working, with 2-3 days in the office per month, and is available to start ASAP.

Main responsibilities

• Maintain accurate personnel records and ensure compliance with data protection regulations, including RTW checks via Zinc and offboarding
• Oversee monthly payroll procedures and maintain the HR system iTrent for accuracy.
• Respond to payroll related queries in a timely manner and assist in resolving payroll issues.
• Monitor the People Team inbox and respond to queries in a timely manner
• Enhance administrative processes to optimize HR efficiency
• Support the People Operations Manager and People Partners to develop and implement HR projects in line with the strategic plan
• Support the People Operations Manager and People Partners with any departmental restructures as appropriate and necessary
• Support the People Team with the employee life cycle of on-boarding and offboarding, including the updating of systems and files management where appropriate
• Generate system reports as and when required
• The timely generation and issue of employment contracts and associated paperwork
• Promote equality, diversity and inclusion, ensuring that this commitment is reflected in all of our practice and a working atmosphere where everyone is treated with dignity and respect

We practice a diverse and inclusive recruitment process that ensures equal opportunity for all we work with, irrespective of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. As an organisation, we encourage applications from all backgrounds and will ensure measures are met when required, to allow a fair process throughout.