HR Officer
Permanent - Full-Time - Hybrid Working
Location: Wakefield
Salary: £33K - £36K Depending on Experience
Seeking an experienced HR Officer to strengthen a corporate HR function and support growing workforce across practices, PCNs and central services.
About the Role
This is a hands-on, operational HR role supporting managers and teams across a organisation through the full employee lifecycle.
You will act as a trusted source of advice on HR processes, policy and best practice, while coordinating recruitment, onboarding, compliance and workforce changes across a varied and fast-moving environment. The role requires excellent judgement, discretion and the confidence to work independently while collaborating with a wide range of stakeholders.
You will also play an important part in improving systems, streamlining processes and supporting workforce initiatives as the organisation continues to evolve.
Key Areas of Responsibility
HR Advisory & Operations
- Provide practical HR guidance to managers on policy, procedures and employment legislation
- Coordinate onboarding, induction, probation reviews, contractual changes, flexible working and exits
- Ensure people processes are applied fairly, consistently and in line with legal requirements
- Maintain accurate HR records and manage confidential information appropriately
Recruitment & Workforce Support
- Manage recruitment activity for employed, contracted, agency and hosted roles
- Draft adverts, job descriptions and selection materials
- Support shortlisting and interview processes
- Complete pre-employment checks including DBS, right to work, references, occupational health and registrations
- Act as a key contact for recruitment queries from managers and candidates
Systems, Data & Compliance
- Maintain and develop HR systems and digital records
- Monitor absence, leave and compliance requirements
- Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, reporting and digital working
PCN & Hosted Roles
- Support HR arrangements for staff hosted across Primary Care Networks
- Ensure workforce arrangements meet organisational standards and local practice needs
Stakeholder Engagement
- Build positive working relationships across the organisation, GP practices and PCNs
- Represent HR in meetings when required
What we Are Looking For
Essential
- Previous experience in HR
- CIPD Level 3 (or working towards)
- Strong understanding of HR processes and employment legislation
- Confidence advising managers and handling sensitive issues
- Excellent organisational and communication skills
- Strong IT skills including Microsoft Office and HR systems
Desirable
- Experience in healthcare, NHS or public sector environments
- Exposure to primary care, PCNs or federated working
- Experience supporting or supervising others
- Interest in service improvement and system development
Working Arrangements
- Hybrid role with a base in Wakefield
- Flexible working hours between 8am–6pm, Monday to Friday
- Travel across the Wakefield district required (expenses reimbursed)
Salary & Benefits
- £33K - £36K Depending on Experience
- NHS Pension Scheme
- Flexible and hybrid working
- Generous annual leave (starting at 27 days + bank holidays)
- Training and development opportunities
- Laptop and mobile phone provided
- Enhanced sickness and family leave (subject to service)
