Main Responsibilities: To develop relationships with and assist staff at all levels within the organisation by providing a comprehensive HR service, dealing with general HR enquiries face to face, by email, by telephone or by other approved means; including regularly representing the HR Department at other Muslim Hands’ sites in order to provide the same To support with the delivery and attainment of the key performance indicators of the HR Department, aiming to achieve over and beyond the department’s expectations at every opportunity To champion operational effectiveness of the HR Department and ensure the responsibilities of the post are conducted in a way that reflects the standards, vision and values of the organisation To proactively support with the full life cycle of all staff recruited, from drafting / adding adverts, managing recruitment campaigns, adding new starters to our HR systems, induction, probation, absence management, variations of contracts, leavers to providing after-care To effectively manage the ‘HR Inbox’ resolving queries and escalating/forwarding concerns to the HR Manager for effective decision making and resolution To effectively and efficiently maintain the HR database(s) to ensure all staff records are comprehensively and accurately kept up to date and compliant with current UK legislation To proactively promote excellence in regard to all Muslim Hands’ Values, Policies, Procedures and Processes including but not limited to Personnel Expectations, Safeguarding, Health and Safety and Well-being Person Specification - Essential: At least 2 years' experience in similar role dealing with HR administration Good numeracy skills and competent in the use of Microsoft Excel functions Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong diligence Strong IT skills, Microsoft Office and competent in the use of IT systems including HR databases Confident and professional attitude in the provision of people support services Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build trusted relationships with stakeholders at all levels Adept to handling difficult personnel matters Excellent telephone manner and attitude to customer service Reliable, flexible and willing to work smart and to learn new skills Self-motivated and able to work on own initiative with a positive 'can do’ mentality Resilient and able to work calmly during times of pressure and meet deadlines and targets effectively Pro-active and an excellent collaborator Person Specification - Desirable: CIPD Level 5 qualified or NQF Level 6 qualified within a similar discipline Competent understanding of UK Employment Law Leading organisational personnel development and CPD [Lead] Investigation Officer experience in dealing with disputes at work Experience of leading or influencing change including the development of a HR Strategy Understanding of regulatory bodies that govern UK Charities Other Requirements: Must be able to demonstrate current eligibility to work within the United Kingdom Must be able to provide a valid DBS certificate (issued within the last year) when requested by Muslim Hands; OR Undertake to provide full cooperation for Muslim Hands to perform a DBS Check at the required level appropriate for this / similar role General Expectations: To undertake all tasks and duties in an effective, efficient, transparent and wholly accountable manner To demonstrate Muslim Hands’ values and ethics in own working practices, approach and conduct To support fundraising activities from time to time, including committing to partake in approximately five live TV Appeals during our peak periods To undertake any reasonable responsibilities as required by your Line Manager To promote and adhere to all Muslim Hands policies, procedures and professional practices NB: This job description is illustrative and non-exhaustive in scope. The post-holder may be required to undertake any reasonable tasks as and when required by Line Manager from time to time, to reflect the changing needs of the organisation. About Muslim Hands Muslim Hands is a UK faith-based international relief and development organisation working in over 40 countries worldwide. The headquarters of Muslim Hands is based in Nottingham, with additional operational function of the - fundraising team located in London. There will be occasional travel between the two locations. How To Apply Application is by CV and covering letter by email to vacanciesmuslimhands.org.uk or by hard copy to our address.