Vacancies

HR Officer

Harrogate
  • £35000 - £38000 / Year,
  • Permanent / Full Time

HR Officer | Harrogate, North Yorkshire
£35,000 - £38,000 per annum, dependent on experience
Full-time, Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm
 
We are recruiting on behalf of Harrogate Neighbours for an experienced HR Officer to lead and develop their HR function. This is an excellent opportunity for a HR professional who enjoys working across the full employee lifecycle and wants the autonomy to make a genuine impact within a values-led organisation.
 
This is a standalone HR role, offering a broad and varied workload across recruitment, employee relations, learning and development, performance management, policy development, compliance, and workforce planning.
 
You'll work closely with senior leaders, providing practical HR advice while helping to shape and improve people processes across the organisation.
 
 
Why Join Harrogate Neighbours?
 
Harrogate Neighbours has been supporting older people and the local community for over 50 years. Their reputation has been built on delivering high-quality care, housing and support services while creating a positive, supportive environment for both residents and employees.
 
This is an organisation that genuinely invests in its people, values collaboration, and recognises that a strong workplace culture starts with having the right people in place. As HR Officer, you'll play a key role in helping the organisation continue to attract, develop and retain talented individuals who share its values.
 
 
What's on Offer?

  • Salary of £35,000 - £38,000 depending on experience
  • Full-time hours, Monday to Friday, Paid lunch break
  • Occasional home working by arrangement
  • Health Cash Plan, Employee Assistance Programme
  • Blue Light Card eligibility
  • Supportive, values-driven working environment
 
The Role
 
As HR Officer, you will provide a high-quality HR advisory service to managers across the organisation.
 
Key responsibilities include:
  • Managing end-to-end recruitment and onboarding processes
  • Supporting managers with employee relations matters including performance, attendance, disciplinary and grievance processes
  • Advising on HR policies, procedures and employment legislation
  • Coordinating induction, probation and appraisal processes
  • Maintaining accurate HR records and ensuring GDPR compliance
  • Producing HR reports and supporting senior management with workforce planning
  • Managing relationships with external recruitment partners and employment law advisers
  • Supporting staff engagement initiatives, benefits administration and employee recognition programmes
  • Overseeing HR compliance, safeguarding requirements and right-to-work checks
  • Line management of a part-time HR Administrator
 
About You
 
We are looking for an organised and proactive HR professional who can balance strategic thinking with a hands-on approach.
 
You will have:
  • Practical HR experience across a broad range of HR functions
  • Experience managing employee relations cases
  • Knowledge of UK employment legislation and HR best practice
  • Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities
  • Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
  • Experience providing clear and practical HR advice to managers
  • Good Microsoft Office skills, including document and spreadsheet management
  • A CIPD Level 3 qualification or above
Experience within a care, housing, charity or regulated environment would be advantageous but is not essential.
 
 
How to Apply
If you're looking for a varied HR role where you can make a real difference and contribute to the success of a respected organisation, we'd love to hear from you.
 
Please apply with a well-presented and up to date CV.
 
 
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Unfortunately, due to the number of applications we receive, we are unable to provide specific feedback if your application is unsuccessful. We will endeavour to provide an outcome as soon as possible.
 

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