35 jobs found in Upminster

We are currently partnering with a fantastic organisation who are looking for a Human Resources Officer to join their busy HR team on a 12 month Fixed Term Contract (with potential to extend) This is an immediate opportunity and requires someone who has previous experience within an HR generalist position. You will be working across the full employee lifecycle within the education sector (previous education sector experience preferrable) Key responsibilities include: * Managing recruitment, onboarding and employee records * Advising managers on employee relations, performance and attendance matters * Supporting payroll administration and HR systems * Ensuring compliance with employment legislation and safeguarding requirements * Coordinating training, probation and appraisal processes * Reviewing and developing HR policies and procedures About you: * CIPD Level 5 qualified (or working towards) * At least 3 years' experience in a generalist HR role *...

Interim HR Consultant – East London / Hybrid – £37.84 per hour (Umbrella) A London Local Authority is seeking an experienced Interim HR Consultant to deliver high-quality HR advice and support across a broad range of employee relations and organisational matters. Key Responsibilities: Provide expert advice, guidance, and practical HR solutions to managers and employees in line with policy and legislation Manage a portfolio of complex HR cases, ensuring timely and effective resolution Coach and support line managers to build strong people management capability Lead and coordinate a team within the HR Advice & Consultancy service Support organisational change programmes and transformation initiatives Develop and maintain HR toolkits, including policies, procedures, and guidance materials Ensure a consistent, responsive, and high-quality HR service aligned to organisational priorities Requirements: Strong knowledge of employee relations and UK employment legislation Proven...

Employee Relations and Change Specialist Salary: £58,810 Contract: 6 month FTC, Full Time Location: Hybrid - UK based with regular travel to offices across the UK. Make an impact where people matter. Merrifield Consultants are delighted to be partnering with one of the UK's largest health charities to recruit an Employee Relations and Change Specialist. This is an exciting opportunity to join a values-led organisation at a pivotal time, supporting managers through complex employee relations matters while playing a key role in delivering organisation-wide change programmes. If you're an experienced Employee Relations professional who enjoys influencing leaders, navigating complex cases and driving positive organisational change, we'd love to hear from you. The Role As the Employee Relations and Change Specialist, you will act as the trusted expert for managers across the organisation, providing high-quality advice, coaching and practical support on a broad range of employee...

ER Case Lead London 3-month Contract - Hybrid £500 per day Umbrella ARM are delighted to be working with our client to help them recruit a HR Caseworker on a 3 month contract. The Role: Lead and manage a portfolio of ER cases including disciplinary, grievance, performance, long-term sickness, and conduct matters. Ensure all casework is accurately documented, legally compliant, and resolved in a timely and fair manner. Manage flexible working requests, changes to terms and conditions, and exit processes. Support the delivery of formal processes including redundancy consultations and TUPE transfers. Provide expert guidance to line managers and HR Business Partners on employment law and ER best practices. Coach stakeholders on conflict resolution, policy interpretation, and procedural fairness. Escalate cases appropriately while maintaining ownership of resolution pathways. Requirements: Proven experience in managing complex ER cases in a fast-paced, matrixed organisation....

Payroll Administrator - London Key Responsibilities: Processing payroll administration activities accurately and efficiently Responding to employee payroll queries and resolving issues in a timely manner Supporting payroll processing and reconciliation activities Assisting the wider payroll team with ad hoc administrative tasks Maintaining accurate employee payroll records Liaising with internal stakeholders to ensure payroll data is up to date Be part of a team of 6 1300 employees on UK payrollRequirements: Previous payroll administration experience Strong understanding of payroll processes and employee payroll queries Experience within retail or hospitality environments is highly desirable Knowledge of SAP SuccessFactors would be desirable Strong attention to detail and organisational skills Ability to work independently and support a busy team environment Immediately available or available at short notice 51812SB INDTEMP The Portfolio Group are acting on behalf of our...

HRIS Test Lead (12-month FTC) Seeking an experienced IT Test Lead to ensure successful implementation of a new HRIS across global offices. The role focuses on test strategy, execution, and quality assurance, collaborating with HR, IT, vendors, and stakeholders to validate functionality, data accuracy, and user experience. Key Responsibilities: Test Strategy & Planning: o Develop and own test strategy and plans for all phases (unit, system, integration, UAT). o Define test cases and acceptance criteria aligned with project milestones. Execution & Coordination: o Lead and coordinate testing across HR, IT, and vendors. o Manage test environments, data preparation, defect tracking. o Facilitate UAT and provide progress reporting. Quality Assurance: o Validate system functionality, integrations, and compliance. o Monitor and report risks and issues. Stakeholder Engagement: o Collaborate with HR process owners and vendors. o Provide training and support during UAT. o Act as...

Data Quality Analyst Overview An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Skills & Job Architecture Analyst to join a major transformation programme within a global organisation. This role sits at the heart of a skills-based organisational redesign, leveraging AI-driven insights and workforce data to redefine how roles, skills and career pathways are structured. You will play a key part in transforming complex data into meaningful job architectures that support future workforce planning, internal mobility and talent development. Key Responsibilities - Data Analysis & Insight Analyse large volumes of workforce skills data to identify trends, gaps and anomalies Validate and quality-assure data outputs, ensuring accuracy and relevance Produce clear reporting and insights for senior stakeholders - Stakeholder Engagement Collaborate with HR and business leaders to validate skills and frameworks Facilitate workshops and feedback sessions to ensure alignment with business...

The Recruitment Coordinator will support the Human Resources department in the Public Sector by managing end-to-end recruitment processes and ensuring a seamless candidate experience. This temporary role in London requires attention to detail and excellent organisational skills. Client Details This organisation operates within the Public Sector and is based in London. They are known for their significant impact and their commitment to delivering essential services through their Human Resources department. Description Coordinate and manage the end-to-end recruitment process. Screen CVs and conduct initial candidate assessments. Organise and schedule interviews with hiring managers. Provide support in drafting and posting job adverts for various roles. Maintain and update recruitment databases and applicant tracking systems. Ensure compliance with recruitment policies and procedures. Assist in preparing reports and recruitment metrics for the Human Resources team. Communicate...

HR Advisor - Excellent Opportunity to Develop Your HR CareerWe are working with a well-respected public sector organisation in Richmond, South West London, seeking an experienced HR Advisor to join their friendly and supportive HR team. This is an exciting opportunity for an HR professional who enjoys the breadth of a true generalist role and is looking to further develop their career across a variety of HR disciplines. The organisation is committed to supporting professional growth and can offer exposure to areas including Employee Relations, HR Policy Development, Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI), Organisational Development and Workforce Planning. Initially offered as a 3-month contract, there is a strong possibility of extension to 6 months and potentially a longer-term permanent opportunity. The RoleWorking closely with an experienced HR Business Partner, you will provide a comprehensive HR service to managers and employees across the department. You will play a key...

Financial Controller (HR Team) Contract: Ongoing Temporary position Location: High Street Kensington (Hybrid - 3 days a week in the office) Working Pattern: 37.5 hours a week, Monday to Friday Client Industry: Luxury retail As an Financial Controller you will collaborate closely with the dynamic HR team and Financial Controlling team. Your role will focus on analysing and interpreting data to enhance workforce knowledge and performance. You'll be responsible for managing the HR budget and tracking HR-related expenditures. Main Responsibilities - Maintain the HR database, ensuring accurate cost centres and analytical data. - Conduct ad-hoc reporting as needed, including Annual reports and national statistics. - Assist the Payroll Manager and Accounting teams with payroll exports. - Take charge of the HR budget for specific brands and track it monthly. - Collaborate with the Compensation & Benefits Manager, HR management, and Recruitment to coordinate compensation and...

Recruitment Consultant (German Speaking) UK & EMEA Sales Location: Remote / Hybrid (UK) Language: Fluent German & English Employment Type: 6 month contract We're looking for an ambitious, German-speaking Recruitment Consultant to join a global manufacturing organisation, supporting the recruitment of Sales professionals across the UK and EMEA. Working as part of a high-performing Talent Acquisition team, you'll play a key role in attracting and hiring exceptional commercial talent that will help drive business growth across multiple international markets. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a truly global environment where you'll partner with hiring managers across Europe, influence hiring decisions, and deliver a first-class recruitment experience. What You'll Be Doing Recruit Sales professionals across the UK and EMEA markets. Partner with hiring managers to understand business needs and develop effective recruitment strategies. Manage multiple vacancies...

I am currently supporting a client of ours in the financial services industry who are looking for an integration lead as part of an on-going Greenfield programme,  Outside IR35 - £600-£700 DOE  Remote with occasional travel to Central London 6 months initial with long term extensions potential Role Overview We are seeking an experienced Workday Integration Lead to provide integration design leadership throughout our Workday implementation. This is a functional and technical design role focused on ensuring integration solutions are well-designed, meet business requirements, and are successfully tested and validated. The successful candidate will act as the integration subject matter expert, working closely with business stakeholders, implementation partners, payroll providers, banking partners, and technical teams. This role is not responsible for building integrations but will provide oversight, design guidance, governance, and quality assurance across all Workday...

Job Advertisement: Senior HR Adviser Pay: £348.25 per day via umbrella Duration: 6 months Location: Canary Wharf, Greater London Working Hours: Full-time (35 hours per week) Hybrid: Two days per week in the officeAre you a dynamic HR professional looking to make a significant impact in a vibrant organisation? Our client is seeking a Senior HR Adviser to join their dedicated team during an exciting period of change and growth. If you thrive in a generalist role and are passionate about improving HR practises, this could be the opportunity for you! About the Role: As a Senior HR Adviser, you will play a pivotal role in supporting various HR activities across teams. Your responsibilities will vary daily, ensuring you stay engaged and challenged. Key Responsibilities: Provide sound and professional HR advice with a consultative approach. Assist the Reward team with job evaluations and benefits renewals. Support the resourcing team with high-volume interviews. Collaborate with the...

Senior HR Advisor (Schools) Location: North West London Contract: 3-Month Ongoing Contract Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pm (36 Hours per Week) Rate: £250 per day Umbrella About the RoleWe are currently recruiting for an experienced Senior HR Advisor (Schools) to join a busy local authority in North West London. This is an exciting opportunity for an HR professional with strong employee relations experience to provide expert HR advice and support across schools. You'll lead on complex employee relations matters, including sickness absence management, disciplinary, grievance, capability, and organisational change, while working closely with managers to deliver practical, solutions-focused HR support. This role requires previous local authority experience and a strong understanding of HR within the education sector. Key Responsibilities Provide expert HR advice and guidance to schools on a wide range of employee relations matters. Lead on complex and high-risk casework,...

HR Manager Our client, based in Witham, is seeking an experienced HR Manager to join their team on a temporary basis for approximately 3-6 months. Both full-time and part-time applications will be considered, with working hours available during core office hours, Monday to Friday. The salary is up to £55,000 (pro-rata if part-time). This is a fully office-based role with free on-site parking. This position has a strong focus on complex Employee Relations (ER) casework, so applicants must have significant experience managing high-level ER matters. Key Responsibilities: Manage complex Employee Relations cases from start to finish, including misconduct, disciplinary, grievance, capability and long-term sickness cases Provide expert HR advice and guidance to Directors, ensuring compliance with UK employment legislation and company policies Identify ER trends and recommend proactive solutions to minimise legal and business risk Prepare documentation and evidence for Employment...

Dedicate Recruitment is currently supporting a local authority with a number of schools in West London, to appoint a HR Consultant. This is a prime opportunity for an experienced HR professional to utilise their expertise within the education sector, specifically supporting schools through restructures. The successful candidate will work closely with school leadership teams to review staffing structures, identify opportunities for operational efficiencies, and ensure that organisational changes align with strategic objectives. The position requires a proactive approach, strong stakeholder engagement skills, and the ability to balance commercial and educational priorities effectively. We are seeking: * Experience in school restructures and reviewing staffing structures at a senior level. * Ability to work independently and collaboratively with school leadership teams. * Excellent understanding of HR policies, employment law, and organisation development within educational...

Interim HR Business Partner West London | £400 per day (Umbrella) A London Local Authority is seeking an experienced Interim HR Business Partner to provide strategic HR support across a key service area. Working with senior leaders, you will implement the HR strategy, lead a team of HR Advisors, and deliver people solutions across workforce planning, organisational change, restructures, employee relations, talent management, performance management, and resourcing. Requirements: Senior HR generalist experience within a customer-facing organisation. Proven experience leading transformational change and delivering business improvements. Strong stakeholder management and people leadership skills. Experience managing HR teams and supporting organisational change. Local Government experience is desirable

We are working with an established business based in Hemel Hempstead who are recruiting a Payroll Officer. The company are looking for someone who will be responsible for ensuring the smooth running of PAYE weekly and monthly payrolls. Knowledge of CIS payments would be beneficial, reporting to the payroll manager. The business will offer open plan working environment, onsite parking and a supportive manager. Reporting directly to the payroll manager, who encourages development and on the job training. Duties • Prepare and process weekly and monthly payroll • Process all aspects of the payroll, including HMRC starter checklists and P45s • Statutory Payments – SMP, SSP, SPP, ShPP, SAP • Chasing timesheets Person Spec • Experience with PAYE and CIS • Ability to calculate manual tax, NI and Pension • Attention to detail and accuracy • Confident to deal with pay queries and liaise with third parties • Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines. • Intermediate Excel – Pivot...

Payroll Specialist Crawley Up to £38,000 Hybrid Working (3 days in the office) 12 Month FTC I'm currently working with a well-established business that is looking for a Payroll Specialist to join their team on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with payroll experience who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and is looking to join a supportive team. The role will involve: * Processing payroll accurately * Responding to payroll queries via email, phone and helpdesk tickets * Preparing manual payments and checking payroll data * Calculating statutory payments including SSP, SMP, SPP and Shared Parental Pay * Working closely with HR and Benefits teams to ensure payroll information is accurate * Ensuring payroll processes remain compliant with HMRC legislation What they're looking for: * Previous payroll experience within a medium or large organisation * Good understanding of HMRC legislation and payroll processes * Strong...

Interim Reward Specialist (Contract) Location: Luton / Hybrid Contract: Interim Contract to January 2027 Commitment: 3-4 days per week Day Rate: Inside IR35 Start Date: ASAP About the Role A leading global client of ours is seeking an experienced Reward Specialist to provide additional expertise and capacity within the Reward team during a critical period of delivery. With year-end activity fast approaching, this role will play a key part in supporting the successful execution of our annual pay and bonus processes, while ensuring smooth day-to-day reward operations. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on reward professional who can quickly integrate into the team, build strong stakeholder relationships, and immediately contribute to delivering key reward initiatives. Key Responsibilities Support the planning and delivery of annual pay review and bonus processes. Provide operational reward expertise throughout the year-end cycle. Ensure reward activities are...