We are delighted to be working with an innovative public sector organisation who are recruiting for a People Officer on a contract basis until the end of September, with the strong possibility of being made permanent.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a high-performing People Team, providing autonomous, high-quality HR support across the organisation. You will be based in Manchester, working in the office one day per week (Wednesday), with flexibility to travel to other UKSI locations where required (occasional).

Your Responsibilities

• Provide expert advice to line managers on employee relations matters including capability, performance, absence, disciplinary and grievance.
• Lead the end-to-end process on TUPE transfers, including consultation, due diligence, and measures.
• Act as the lead contact for corporate recruitment, managing the full process from job advert through to induction.
• Support hiring managers with job descriptions, interview preparation, and recruitment materials.
• Ensure recruitment processes are inclusive, consistent, and aligned with UKSI values.
• Utilise Cascade HRIS to enhance HR effectiveness and maintain accurate data for reporting.
• Prepare documentation, letters, and reports as required.
• Build strong relationships with employees, managers, and external partners, representing the People Team at stakeholder meetings.
• Contribute to wider People Team projects and strategic priorities.

What You Will Need to Succeed

• CIPD Level 5 qualification (or equivalent) – Level 7 desirable.
• Proven experience in a fast-paced HR environment, with strong generalist knowledge.
• Demonstrable experience of leading TUPE transfers end-to-end.
• Confident in advising managers on complex employee relations issues including disciplinary, redundancy, and change management.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise and make quick decisions.
• Excellent IT skills, particularly Microsoft Office and HRIS systems (Cascade experience desirable).
• Ability to work autonomously, at pace, and build effective relationships at all levels.
• Available to start immediately.

Benefits

• 9-month fixed-term contract with a view to permanent employment.
• Competitive salary (circa 40k).
• 29 Days Holiday plus Bank Holiday.
• Hybrid working model (1 day in Manchester office per week).
• Opportunity to contribute to meaningful organisational change.
• High level of autonomy and responsibility within a collaborative People Team.

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