HR Officer Fixed Term

HR Officer Fixed Term for 12 months

Office Based with parking

Salary: £35,000-£40,000 dependent on experience, plus excellent benefitsLocation: Oxford, parking availableFull time or part-time considered, minimum of 30 hours per week

Are you an experienced HR professional looking for a varied and hands-on role where you can make a real impact? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing organisation in a HR Officer position, supporting employees across the full HR lifecycle.

The Role

As HR Officer, you'll be the first point of contact for day-to-day HR queries, providing friendly and professional support to employees and managers. You will handle end-to-end HR administration, maintain accurate employee data, support monthly payroll, and play a key role in recruitment coordination and onboarding.

You'll also have the chance to support wider HR projects, help deliver internal communications, and contribute to the implementation of a new HR system.

Key Responsibilities

• First point of contact for routine HR queries
• Onboarding, contractual changes, leavers, and HR documentation
• Supporting ER casework administration
• Maintaining accurate HR data, records, and trackers
• Coordinating monthly payroll inputs
• Advertising roles, interview coordination, and pre-employment checks
• Managing HR templates
• Supporting engagement initiatives, wellbeing comms, and HR newsletters
• Supporting the rollout and maintenance of a new HR system

About You

Essential:

• CIPD Level 5 or working towards
• Strong generalist HR experience
• Excellent HR administration skills and attention to detail
• Confident advising on routine HR matters
• Experience using HR systems
• Strong written communication and organisational skills
• Able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment

Desirable:

• Knowledge of payroll processes
• Experience improving digital filing
• Interest in engagement and culture projects

Why Apply?

• Full ownership of HR operations across a busy and friendly organisation
• Opportunity to grow your HR skills in a supportive team environment

If you're an organised, proactive HR professional who enjoys being the go-to person for all things HR, we'd love to hear from you.