HR Specialist – 12M FTC

HR Specialist (12-Month Contract) – Hybrid working in Basingstoke onsite 2 days a week.
Salary upto £48K + excellent benefits.

Are you an HR professional with a passion for driving cultural change through innovative policy development?
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced HR Specialist to join a dynamic organisation undergoing significant transformation due to a recent merger. In this pivotal role, you will play a crucial part in shaping the future of the company’s HR practices, ensuring that they align with organisational objectives, reflect a modern workplace culture, and comply with all legal requirements.

Why Join Us?

• Impactful Work: You’ll be at the heart of cultural change, crafting and refining HR policies that will shape the employee experience and support the company’s ambition to be a great place to work.
• Autonomy: Work closely with the Head of Business Partnering to develop a suite of policies that are not just compliant but innovative, setting industry standards.
• Collaboration: Engage with key stakeholders across the organisation, from legal and compliance to Employee Forums, to ensure our policies are comprehensive and effective.
• Growth Opportunity: Enhance your HR expertise in a challenging environment, with the support of a forward-thinking team dedicated to excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Policy Development: Lead the research, development, and writing of HR policies, ensuring they reflect best practices and legal compliance. Collaborate with various stakeholders to identify and address policy needs.
• Documentation: Maintain an up-to-date and accessible policy handbook. Regularly review and update policies to align with legal changes and company practices.
• Communication: Effectively communicate new and updated policies to all employees, providing training and guidance to ensure clear understanding and implementation.
• Compliance: Monitor and review policies to ensure they meet legal standards, addressing queries and providing clarity on policy interpretation.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with legal, compliance, and other departments to ensure policies are accurate, comprehensive, and aligned with company values.
• Other Responsibilities: Promote employee inclusion and wellbeing, prioritise health and safety, and participate in ongoing learning and development opportunities.

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience: Demonstrable experience in HR policy writing or a related role, with a strong understanding of HR practices, employment law, and regulatory requirements.
• Skills: Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills, with the ability to communicate complex information clearly. Strong research and analytical skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and HR systems.
• Attributes: Organised, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Collaborative and effective in working with cross-functional teams. A keen eye for detail and accuracy in all your work.

Join Us in Hampshire This role offers the flexibility of working two days a week in our Hampshire office, providing a balance between collaborative in-person work and remote productivity.
Salary: upto £48K + excellent benefits
Duration: 12 months FTC

If you’re ready to make a real impact in a transforming organisation, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today to be a part of our journey toward creating a modern, compliant, and thriving workplace culture.