HR Generalist

This is a great opportunity for an HR Generalist to join a highly successful and established company in Banbury on a full time, permanent basis. The purpose of this role is to provide an all-round generalist HR 1st and 2nd level advisory service across multi-UK sites, with a focus on recruitment and employee relations. Although the company is large, you will be joining a small HR team, so if you're keen to have variety in a role and exposure to broader HR needs, this role is for you. As HR Generalist, you will be responsible for: Recruitment Collaborating with hiring managers to understand resourcing requirements and develop effective recruitment strategies Coordinating the recruitment process from job posting to offer stage, ensuring a smooth and efficient experience for both candidate and hiring managers Sourcing, screening and interviewing candidates for various roles within the business ensuring a diverse and qualified applicant pool Managing the ATS system Contributing and supporting the recruitment process as required by ensuring Job Descriptions are up-to-date, pre-screening candidates, arranging interviews etc Providing new employees with a Company Induction and supporting their onboarding Managing all 1st level employee relations cases, by supporting managers and employees. You will be able to chair hearings, take notes, write invites and responses as required Liaising with line managers on employee's probation periods Managing the employee absence line, ensuring absence is documented correctly, and supporting Managers throughout this processPayroll and HR Administration Supporting with payroll auditing when required Assisting with the general administration of the HR function Identifying opportunities to deliver process improvements and smarter ways of working Working closely with the payroll department and ensure they have all the required documentation for new starters and follow up with managers where required to provide Supporting on benefit renewals e.g. providing data Company car administrationAs HR Generalist, you must be/have: Demonstrate knowledge of recruitment best practices and sourcing techniques Proven track record of managing employee relations cases Strong communication skills and interpersonal skills Excellent problem solving and conflict resolution abilities Ability to work independently and handle confidential information with discretion Proficiency in relevant software applications Experience of managing a payroll (advantageous)This role is based in Banbury with travel to the other UK sites, as needed. The salary for the role is £32,000-£37,000, and benefits include, Life Assurance, Critical Illness Cover, Employer funded Health Cash Plan, EAP scheme, Cycle to Work Scheme, training and development opportunities, 22 days annual leave rising to 26 with service (rising to 23 as a standard from Jan), holiday purchasing scheme