HR Executive (9 month FTC)

About the company

My client is a professional services firm with a strong presence in Hertfordshire and Bedfordshire. They are seeking an HR Executive to join their People & Talent team on a fixed-term basis to cover maternity leave. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to a variety of HR functions in a dynamic and supportive environment.

Your tasks

Day-to-day of the role

• Support the People & Talent Partner in delivering specific HR projects and new initiatives focusing on recruitment, policy and procedure review, talent attraction and retention, learning and development, and enhancing internal HR processes.
• Handle general HR activities including onboarding new joiners, managing leaver processes, and ensuring flexible working and family leave requests are handled in accordance with policy and legislation.
• Maintain up-to-date electronic personnel records, including contractual information and correspondence, and manage our HR Database.
• Contribute to policy reviews and updates, including initiating policy enhancements.
• Organise learning and development/training sessions and handle employee queries while maintaining cordial relations.

Requirements

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a relevant HR role, ideally within professional services.
• Preferably CIPD qualified (minimum Level 5) or equivalent.
• Experience with HR databases; knowledge of Cascade HR software is a distinct advantage.
• Excellent organisational, time management, and prioritisation skills, capable of managing multiple duties and projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Professional demeanour with a ‘can-do’ attitude and a natural sense of urgency.
• Demonstrates utmost discretion, confidentiality, and close attention to detail.
• Strong IT skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and associated HR software.