Location: Halifax Industry: Engineering/Manufacturing Are you ready to take the lead in a newly created HR role? We’re thrilled to offer an exciting opportunity for an HR Officer/Generalist to join a leading and innovative organisation in Halifax. In this newly created role, you’ll have the chance to lead, shape, and centralise the HR function for a team of approximately 100 employees within the thriving engineering and manufacturing sector. Your Role: Key Responsibilities As a pivotal part of our team, you’ll: Transform and Modernise HR: Review, refresh, and update HR policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with the latest regulations. Foster a Positive Work Culture: Address employee relations matters proactively to maintain an engaged and motivated workforce. Drive Recruitment Excellence: Oversee recruitment processes to attract and retain top talent, collaborating closely with hiring managers to define job specifications. Enhance Onboarding & Offboarding: Organise and improve induction programs for new hires while managing seamless transitions for departing employees. Boost Retention and Development: Lead initiatives to improve employee retention, reduce turnover, and support career growth. Champion Performance Management: Conduct performance appraisals to enhance productivity, encourage staff development, and identify training opportunities. Resolve Workplace Issues: Provide expert conflict resolution to maintain harmony and productivity. Maintain Compliance and Records: Ensure accurate, confidential, and GDPR-compliant employee records are maintained. Who You’ll Work With: Reporting directly to the Managing Director, you’ll serve as a trusted advisor, offering vital guidance to managers and employees across the organisation. What We’re Looking For We’re looking for a hands-on, proactive HR professional with a proven ability to make a real impact in a growing organisation. The ideal candidate will bring: A solid background in HR functions, including recruitment, employee relations, and policy development. Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills to build strong workplace relationships. A forward-thinking mindset and a passion for creating positive change. What’s on Offer A unique opportunity to shape and centralise the HR function in a newly created role. A supportive, collaborative, and inclusive work environment. Excellent opportunities for personal and professional development within a respected organisation. A competitive salary, generous benefits, and flexible working hours to suit your needs Interested? Please click apply or contact Emma Tolley at Cameron James