Job Title: HR Generalist Location: Office based, Cardiff Hours: 42.5 Hours Mon-Fri Talent Management Support in the recruitment process, posting vacancies, screening and conducting interviews. Conducting interviews and issue relevant interview notes to managers. Induction and onboarding of new employees across the business Administration of new starter paperwork, including payroll records and reference checks etc Preparing and reviewing essential employment documentation, including contractual changes and letters Learning & Development Support the business with regards to training and development, to include, delivering and training Managers on company Policies & Procedures and develop their People Management skills. Improving and managing the Induction process for all new employees Deliver first line support to colleagues and managers in the use of the HRIS A hands on HR Generalist Understanding the business by spending time in each department getting to know the Managers and staff. System Administration Administer all colleague changes into the HR Information System (HRIS) to include new starters, leavers and any changes Ensure the timely completion and return of all HR related documentation Support the department with HR projects, conducting research on various topics Administer and maintain records relating to staff, ensuring the relevant HR database and files are up to date and accurate Reporting and analysis Support Holiday and Absence tracking HRIS Ensuring all HR and Employee systems and databases are kept up to date and accurate Managing all day-to-day HR administration, including employee, sickness and absence records Collating various reports for the managers on headcount, turnover of staff, holidays etc. and prepare presentations and proposals when needed Maintenance of all paper and electronic files Internal Communications Updating and share content via the HRIS and the Intranet Compliance Coordinate the monthly Payroll process to include information gathering, reporting on absence Liaise with external partners in relation to the payroll process to include payroll outsourcing and healthcare providers Support ongoing reviews of policies and procedures in line with operational or legislative requirements Other Acting as one of the first points of contact for all HR enquiries from Managers and Employees, ensuring the highest level of confidentiality Support the Executive team when needed Promoting wellbeing, diversity, and inclusion across the business, as well as supporting various development activities for employees The ideal person: Minimum Level 5 CIPD qualification Extensive HR Generalist experience in a standalone role Experience in working for an SME company. Experienced in working in an owner managed company High level of confidentiality is essential The ability to work alone as well as part of a team The ability to work accurately, with great attention to detail IT literacy in HR systems, and Microsoft applications Previous payroll administration experience Excellent organisational skills, and able to work in a rapidly changing environment Excellent written and verbal communication skills