Our Peterlee manufacturing client seeks an HR Generalist for a contract position in Peterlee, County Durham.
You will be handling employee benefits, recruiting, and interviewing, along with strategic planning and policy management. You will aid in enhancing company productivity, increasing performance, and improving business results.
Job Responsibilities:
* Serve as a link between management and employees by handling questions, interpreting, and administering contracts and helping resolve work-related problems.
* Advise managers on organisational policy matters such as equal employment opportunity and sexual harassment.
* Plan and conduct new hire orientation.
* Support HR manager with gathering necessary documents and paperwork for refereeing disputes and administering disciplinary procedures.
Skills:
* Verbal and written communication skills, attention to detail, customer service and interpersonal skills.
* Ability to work independently and manage one's time.
* Knowledge of legal policies and procedures related to hiring practices (i.e., equal employment opportunity and affirmative action).
* Knowledge of benefit and pay-scale systems.
* Previous experience with computer applications, such as Microsoft Word and Excel.
Education/Experience:
* Bachelor's degree in relevant field or equivalent experience required.
