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Interim HR Generalist - Maternity Cover

Oxford Temporary £143 - £176 per day View Job Description
The HR Generalist will play a vital role in supporting the Human Resources department within the not-for-profit sector. Based in Oxford, this temporary position involves managing key HR functions to ensure smooth organisational operations.
  • Are you an experienced HR Generalist?
  • Are you immediately available to start?

About Our Client

A respected not-for-profit organisation, known for its contributions to education and research, offering a supportive and professional work environment. The organisation is of a small-sized structure, fostering close collaboration among its team members.

Job Description

The Interim HR Generalist - Maternity Cover will be responsible for:

  • Providing advice and guidance to managers and staff on all aspects of employment including recruitment, absence, performance management, maternity and paternity leave, and disciplinary and grievance etc.
  • Working with managers to design effective job advertisements and job descriptions.
  • Managing recruitment processes including placing adverts, arranging interviews, drawing up employment documentation and managing on-boarding processes.
  • Preparing the monthly payroll in liaison with the Finance Office.
  • Running the Centre's leave and absence HR information system.
  • Ensuring all visa applications and renewals are conducted in accordance with Home Office regulations and making sure all the relevant documentation is up to date and compliant.
  • Acting as Secretary to academic and non-academic personnel committee.
  • Maintaining electronic and hard copy personnel files.
  • Supporting the Centre's procedures for staff appraisal, assessment and staff development.
  • Keeping abreast of changes in employment and associated legislation.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Interim HR Generalist - Maternity Cover should have:

  • CIPD level 5 qualified or working towards
  • Experience of managing HR processes, including recruitment, absence, performance management, maternity and paternity leave, and disciplinary and grievance etc.
  • Excellent organisational skills including managing a varied workload, prioritising competing demands with the ability to pro-actively think ahead of issues.
  • A proven ability to develop professional and effective working relationships with key stakeholders.
  • Experience of providing a high level of customer service.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Attention to detail and the ability to produce accurate, detailed work within deadlines.
  • Ability to deal accurately and confidently with numbers.
  • Discretion and the ability to maintain high levels of confidentiality.
  • Sound knowledge of employment and associated legislation.

What's on Offer

Th successful Interim HR Generalist - Maternity Cover will receive:

  • Competitive daily rate of £143-£176, depending on experience.
  • 35 days annual leave including bank holidays
  • Free on-site parking
  • 12 month contract
  • Part Time Applicants will be considered



If you are an experienced HR Generalist looking for a rewarding role in the education sector, apply today to join this prestigious organisation in Oxford.

Contact
Jamie Dyer
Quote job ref
JN-032026-6981996
Phone number
+441189337051

Job summary

Job function
Human Resources
Subsector
HR Advisor
Sector
Not For Profit
Location
Oxford
Contract type
Temporary
Consultant name
Jamie Dyer
Consultant phone
+441189337051
Job reference
JN-032026-6981996