Huxley Bertram Engineering: HR Officer £35k-£35k FTE, nr Cambridge Enable Engineering Transformation at Huxley Bertram Huxley Bertram Engineering Limited is looking for an experienced and capable HR Officer to coordinate its HR function. This is a unique opportunity to lead the HR activities in a successfully developing manufacturing / engineering company, near Cambridge. This role will suit someone with good HR experience who works well collaboratively with others. For the right candidate, the role will be either full-time or part-time at 4 days per week. Why Huxley Bertram? Huxley Bertram Engineering enables production transformation for our clients. We specialise in custom-designed, highly technical automation solutions, and we help our clients make a big positive difference to society and the environment in industrial sectors such as hydrogen fuel cells, pharmaceuticals, medical devices, and new nuclear. We encourage a collaborative working for all our staff, and autonomy and professional growth are highly valued. In 2024, the business recently restructured its ownership creating an Employee Benefit Trust for staff. What You'll Do As HR Officer, you'll be responsible for co-ordinating our HR activities. Key responsibilities include: Answering all Human Resources queries posed by management and employees Supporting Line Managers with general performance and development using our employee appraisal system Coordinating the staff training programme across the business Evaluating and updating job descriptions and other internal documentation and policies Using HR software to record and process data on employees, ensuring compliance with GDPR Monitoring and reporting on HR metrics such as retention rates, absence data, and training requirements according to business needs Assisting and advising on strategies for recruitment Managing the onboarding, offboarding, and all other aspects of employment processes Providing HR data to payroll Pension, critical illness and life insurance administration Developing the HR function suitable within the company Who You Are We're looking for an experienced and capable HR Officer. Here's a snapshot of the qualities we seek: A degree or similar in Human Resources or similar A minimum of 3 years proven work experience in HR Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work with people at different levels, including senior staff members Proven leadership ability, able to lead change projects Strong organisational and administrative skills Working knowledge of HR systems and software Willingness to embrace Office 365 productivity tools, and similar The ability to research, analyse, and make logical decisions within a given timeframe The ability to develop trusting relationships with relevant stakeholders Highly organised with excellent problem-solving skills Why You'll Love Working with Us Huxley Bertram offers a supportive environment that encourages autonomy and collaboration. Currently we have 50-60 employees, with a low staff turnover and a reputation for high standards, we believe in investing in our people. Here's what you can expect: Competitive Salary : £35,000 - £45,000 FTE, depending on experience, with a discretionary bonus. Flexible Work Hours : 40-hour work week (Mon-Fri) with core hours from 9:30 am to 3:30 pm; this role is also available for part-time working, 4 days per week. Holidays : 28 days, including Bank Holidays, plus additional days over the Christmas period. Comprehensive Benefits : Including a pension plan, critical illness and death-in-service insurance, and participation in our Employee Trust Shareholding Scheme. Location: Our main office and manufacturing facilities are located in Waterbeach, near Cambridge, UK, with convenient access to road and rail networks. Occasional travel may be required to client sites for commissioning and support. If you're ready to bring your expertise in quality engineering to a company that values excellence and innovation, apply today to join the Huxley Bertram team. REF: HRO25