HR Officer – Employee Relations & Projects

About the role

We are seeking a proactive Human Resources Officer to join a client based in Kensington. The role focuses on employee relations and the delivery of HR projects, with an immediate start and a flexible hybrid working arrangement.

Key responsibilities

• Support managers on employee relations matters including sickness absence, conduct, capability, grievance and workplace conflict cases.
• Advise on HR policies, procedures and terms and conditions to ensure consistent, compliant people management.
• Manage fixed‑term contract processes, coordinate extensions and produce related documentation.
• Provide guidance on family‑friendly leave, flexible working requests, job evaluation outcomes and contractual changes.
• Coordinate organisational change activities such as restructures, redeployment and consultation administration.
• Deliver HR projects and collaborate with internal stakeholders to drive continuous improvement and best practice.

Required profile

• Recent experience in Higher Education or the public sector.
• Proven ability to triage employee relations cases.
• Experience with job evaluations and contract administration.
• Strong knowledge of UK employment legislation and HR best practices.

Required skills

• No specific technical tools required

What we offer

• Full‑time, 35‑hour week (Monday‑Friday).
• Hybrid working – up to four days a week from home.
• Negotiable hourly rate based on experience.
• Immediate start and opportunity to work on varied HR projects.