HR Officer
Location: DSTL, Salisbury (occasional travel to Portsmouth)
Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Salary: £36,000 to £40,000 plus company car or car allowance

About the Role
Our client is a leading provider of facilities and accommodation management services, delivering essential support to the UK defence sector and its partners. With a strong focus on service excellence, innovation, and customer satisfaction, they manage everything from reactive repairs to major projects. Their culture is built on four key values: open, caring, agile and collaborative, creating an inclusive and supportive working environment for all employees. They are now seeking an ambitious and motivated HR professional to join their team as HR Officer, supporting a high-profile defence contract across Salisbury and Portsmouth. This is an exciting opportunity to take the next step in your HR career, playing a pivotal role in driving effective people management, delivering responsive HR services, and shaping a positive, high-performance culture.

 

Key Responsibilities
As an HR Officer, you will provide comprehensive support across all aspects of the employee lifecycle. Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting the delivery of an efficient, consistent HR service across the contract, working closely with line managers and the central HR team
• Advising and guiding managers on employee relations issues, including absence management, capability, disciplinary and grievance cases, ensuring compliance with legislation and company policies
• Coordinating recruitment activity, from job advertising and shortlisting to onboarding and induction, ensuring a seamless candidate experience
• Assisting with learning and development initiatives, talent management, and succession planning to support employee growth and retention
• Maintaining accurate HR records and producing reports to support workforce planning and decision-making
• Supporting change management initiatives and organisational development projects
• Promoting employee engagement and wellbeing through effective communication and HR initiatives
• Ensuring HR processes and policies are applied consistently across all teams

 

To succeed in this role, you should have:

• A CIPD Level 3 qualification (or equivalent experience) and ideally be working towards Level 5
• Previous experience in a generalist HR role, ideally covering recruitment, employee relations, and policy implementation
• Strong knowledge of UK employment legislation and HR best practice
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build relationships across all levels of the business
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Word, Excel, and Outlook, with the ability to analyse and present data effectively

If you are early in your HR career and keen to broaden your experience, this role offers full support and opportunities for professional development. This is a chance to join a respected organisation where your contribution to HR will have a real impact on employee engagement, organisational success, and the delivery of critical services.