HR & Corporate Services Officer

HR Officer Public Sector 4 months Belfast

Your new company
You'll be joining a dynamic public sector organisation based in Belfast, dedicated to delivering essential services across Northern Ireland. With a strong focus on quality, compliance, and continuous improvement, this organisation offers a collaborative and supportive working environment. The HR & Corporate Services department plays a pivotal role in enabling operational excellence and strategic development.

Your new role
As a Human Resources & Corporate Services Officer (Band 5), you'll be part of a small, high-performing team delivering a wide range of HR and corporate services. Your responsibilities will span across:

• Providing professional HR advice on employee relations, recruitment, absence management, and equality matters.
  
• Supporting and coordinating people and culture initiatives, including Investors in People.
  
• Managing HR systems and data, including reporting and analysis.
  
• Coordinating training and development activities.
  
• Supporting corporate services functions such as internal communications, staff engagement, and compliance reporting.
  
  

What you'll need to succeed

• A university degree or recognised professional qualification plus at least one year's experience in a Human Resources department;
  OR
  At least three years' relevant HR experience, including one year at Band 3 level or equivalent.
  
• Experience advising managers on a range of HR issues.
  
• Strong working knowledge of employment legislation and HR best practices.
  
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and experience producing statistical reports.
  
• A valid UK driving licence and access to a vehicle (reasonable adjustments will be made where applicable).
  
• Desirable:
  
• Experience using HR/payroll systems.
  
• CIPD qualification or membership.
  
  

What you'll get in return

• Competitive salary aligned with Band 5 pay scale.
  
• Initial 4-month assignment
  
• Weekly timesheets
  
• Start-asap
  
• Generous annual leave and pension scheme.
  
• Flexible working options to support work-life balance.
  
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
  
• A supportive team culture and commitment to equality and inclusion.
  
  

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
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