HR Generalist

HR Generalist
Monday-Friday- 8:30am-5pm
Up to £42,000pa
Felixstowe, 3days a week, 2 from home

About the Role
We are seeking an experienced HR professional to join a growing organisation. This is a broad generalist role responsible for delivering operational HR support, managing employee relations matters, and partnering with managers to drive effective people practices across the business.
The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the employee lifecycle, providing expert HR guidance, and helping to foster a positive, high-performing workplace culture.

Key Responsibilities
Employee Relations & HR Support

Manage employee relations cases including disciplinary, grievance, capability, and absence management processes.
Provide advice and guidance to managers on employment legislation, HR policies, and best practice.
Support organisational change initiatives and employee consultation processes where required.
Ensure fair, consistent, and compliant HR decision-making across the business.Employee Lifecycle Management

Support recruitment, onboarding, and induction activities.
Coordinate talent reviews and succession planning initiatives.
Manage contractual changes and employee records.
Support performance management processes and development planning.HR Data & Reporting

Produce and analyse HR metrics including:
Absence levels
Employee turnover
Recruitment activity and costs
Internal progression and mobility
Use people data to identify trends and recommend improvements.
Maintain accurate HR records and ensure GDPR compliance.Employee Engagement & Wellbeing

Support employee engagement initiatives and wellbeing programmes.
Partner with managers to enhance employee experience and retention.
Promote a positive and inclusive working environment.Continuous Improvement

Review and improve HR processes, systems, and procedures.
Contribute to HR projects and wider business improvement initiatives.
Drive best practice and help develop high-performing teams.About You
Essential Experience

Strong employee relations experience with the ability to manage cases independently.
Experience partnering with managers and influencing stakeholders at different levels.
Solid understanding of UK employment law and HR best practice.Skills & Attributes

Excellent relationship-building and communication skills.
Strong problem-solving and decision-making capability.
Data-driven approach with the ability to interpret and present HR metrics.
Highly organised with strong attention to detail.
Proactive, approachable, and confident in challenging constructively when appropriate.
Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office applications.Qualifications

CIPD Level 5 preferable
Ongoing commitment to personal and professional development.What's on Offer

Salary of up to £42,000pa
Hybrid working arrangement
Opportunity to influence and shape people practices within the organisation
Supportive and collaborative working environment
Professional development opportunities
Comprehensive benefits packageThis role would suit an experienced HR professional who enjoys balancing operational HR delivery with business partnering responsibilities and is looking for a varied, people-focused position within a dynamic organisation

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