Human Resources Officer

We’re partnering with a fast growing and dynamic organisation that supports a diverse portfolio of clients, including education providers and multi-site employers. They are seeking a proactive and detail-focused HR Officer to join their team, playing a key role in delivering high-quality HR administration, advisory support, and project-based work.

This is a varied and engaging position combining HR operations, advisory support, and communications activity. You’ll sit at the heart of day-to-day HR delivery, ensuring efficient service levels while also contributing to wider client projects and business development initiatives.

The ideal candidate will have 12–18 months’ experience in a HR administrative role and be looking to develop their career into a more advisory position. There is significant scope for progression within the role.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing HR administration including contracts, employment changes, DBS checks, occupational health referrals, and HR system updates
• Monitoring and managing HR ticketing systems to ensure timely resolution of queries
• Supporting HR advisory activity, including guidance on attendance, wellbeing, recruitment, and employee relations matters
• Drafting clear and professional HR correspondence and documentation for both formal and informal casework
• Assisting with the coordination of client training and preparation of materials
• Contributing to webinars, blogs, and marketing content to support service growth
• Supporting project delivery and continuous improvement initiatives

About You

We’re looking for someone organised, confident, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment. You’ll enjoy variety in your workload and be able to balance accuracy with efficiency.

Ideally, you will have:

• Strong experience in office-based administration (HR exposure desirable)
• A good understanding of HR processes and employment legislation
• Experience drafting professional HR documentation and correspondence
• Strong IT skills, particularly Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Excellent communication skills with a professional and approachable manner
• CIPD qualification (or working towards one) – desirable

What You’ll Bring

• A proactive, solutions-focused mindset
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to prioritise effectively
• Confidence working both independently and as part of a team
• A genuine interest in HR, people processes, and service improvement
• Commercial awareness and an interest in supporting business growth

Benefits

• 25 days holiday + bank holidays, plus a dedicated day off for your birthday.
• BUPA Cash Plan for claiming back healthcare expenses.
• Free on-site parking at their Wakefield office, free snacks, and barista-style coffee.
• Hybrid working options, career pathways, and opportunities for professional development, including potential funding for external qualifications.
• Holiday purchase/sell scheme, company events, and a supportive team environment

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their HR career within a supportive, client-facing environment, gaining exposure to both operational HR and advisory work.

Due to the amount of response we receive, unfortunately we are not able to give feedback to individuals, if you have not heard back within 5 days please assume that you have not been successful for the role you have applied for. By applying to this advertisement, you are hereby giving consent for Jo Holdsworth Recruitment to hold your details for a 30 day period and contact you via any method of contact you have listed on your application.