HR Generalist

Job Overview:

The overall purpose of this role is to will cover a wide range of HR functions within the business, you will be responsible for providing customer focussed advice and support to managers and employees in line with organisational policies, procedures and legal requirements. The role requires you to be the main point of contact for staff, handling daily queries and escalating to Head of HR where necessary were you will work closely on, recruitment, performance management, employee relations issues and employee engagement.

Main Responsibilities

· Management of the recruitment life cycle including identifying staffing needs, developing job descriptions & personnel specifications, placing adverts, liaising with agencies, screening applicants, arranging and attending interviews.

· Act as a point of contact providing guidance and coaching to managers, supervisors, and team members on company policies, procedures and support managers with any employee performance issues

· Proactively manage absence and employee relations issues.

· Planning, organising and delivering training & development for team members at all levels.

· Collating absence data for weekly, monthly and ad-hoc reports.

· Support managers with the implementation of training programs and employee development initiatives.

· Assist in the development and implementation of HR policies and procedures that align with company goals and legal requirements.

· Ensure compliance with UK employment law and relevant regulations and advise the management team accordingly.

· Ensure HRIS system and other applicable systems are updated accurately and timely.

· Collate payroll information e.g. change to terms and conditions, new starters, leavers etc.

· Prepare statutory reports in a timely and accurate manner e.g. Article 55.

· Maintain accurate employee records in line with GDPR and data protection regulations.

Essential Skills

· 3rd level qualification in Human Resources or Business Studies

· A minimum of two years of experience working in an HR Generalist or HR Administrator role.

· Experience of interview management Experience in recruitment, including overseas recruitment in compliance with right to work checks.

· Sound knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practices.

· Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact with employees at all levels.

· Previous experience of using HRIS and North Time Data HR systems.

· High level of attention to detail and organisational skills.

· Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately.

· Strong problem-solving and conflict resolution skills.

· Full driving license

Desirable Criteria:

· Experience within a manufacturing environment

· Experience of working with a Graduate and Apprenticeship population – academies, graduate schemes etc

· Be working towards or be CIPD qualified

Duration: Full Time Permanent

Location: Newry

Remuneration: Attractive

Benefits: Free Life Assurance, Enhanced Company Pension Scheme, Healthcare Plan, Paid holidays, Employee Perks Card, Free On-site Gym, Canteen Facilities, Career Development Opportunities, Excellent Training

Re-Gen is an equal opportunities employer whom employs a workforce with members from all sections of the community and is committed to appointing candidates purely based on merit.