Job Description

Description

Purpose of the Role

To support the HR team to deliver the business and people strategy, working collaboratively with the team to ensure a professional, effective and efficient service is given to all employees and line managers across the business.



To provide generalist HR support, to include recruitment, onboarding, performance management, talent development and HR processes and systems.

Roles & Responsibilities

Review HR enquiries, responding or escalating for action/urgent action where appropriate. Provide first line support with queries regarding HR systems, processes and policies. Maintain accurate HR records (both electronic and hard copies) and manage them in line with GDPR requirements. Support onboarding and leaver processes and ensure they are completed on a timely basis. Support HR team with recruitment and talent development activities. Support HR Coordinator with the administration of the benefit scheme. Support with timesheet queries. Support the finance team with the administration of the monthly payroll, advising of new starters, leavers and general changes. Work with the HR team to ensure high quality and accurate data is produced and maintained. Work with the HR Coordinator to support requests for information and create recurrent/ad hoc HR data reports. Support HR Coordinator to deliver local projects, from research and recommendation to implementation. Prepare and send HR documents, such as employment contracts, flexible working arrangements, variations of contracts, and other similar letters. Coordinate the scheduling of inductions for new starters. Support the wider HR team with all areas of administration.

Experience & Skills

Essential Experience

Administration experience. Experience of building effective relationships at all levels.

Desirable Experience

Experience working within an HR role or team. Level 3 CIPD qualification or equivalent.

Skills

Excellent administrative and organisational skills Microsoft Office Skills in Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Demonstrates commitment to maintaining and updating professional skills through proactive networking, reading and further study. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate confidently and build effective relationships. Team player with good relationship building and influencing skills; enjoys working in a collaborative manner in an open, honest, and diverse environment. Ability to communicate complex ideas clearly and persuasively across multi-disciplinary teams and stakeholders, explaining complicated matters simply. Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality. Excellent attention to detail. Strong numerical and problem-solving skills.

Benefits & how to apply

This role is Grade 7 - the salary is 22,810 to 27,000 pa 28 days annual leave plus 10.5 bank and public holidays Enhanced Pension Plan (up to 10% employer contribution) Life Assurance Employee Assistance Programme Cycle to Work Scheme Wider Wallet employee benefits high street discounts scheme Opportunities for continuous professional development as part of our Talent & Development Programme
This advert will close on Friday 3rd October.

First stage interviews will be held via Teams w/c 6th October.



Second stage interviews will be held in person w/c 13th October.



Please apply by submitting a tailored cover letter outlining your suitability with specifics relating to the requirements of the role, and your CV outlining your experience.


Applicants must have the existing and ongoing right to work in the UK without restrictions as sponsorship for visas is not provided. Unfortunately, owing to the high number of applications received, we can only provide feedback to applicants selected for interview.



This role requires employees to

complete an online Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS).

Should you wish to discuss this opportunity further, please contact the Recruitment Team by email to recruitment@iukbc.org.uk.


Innovate UK Business Connect strives to be a diverse and inclusive place where we can all be ourselves. We welcome everyone to apply, especially those individuals who are underrepresented in the industry: people of colour, LGBTQ+ community, women, disabled people, people of any age or family status. We know that diversity makes us stronger and we strive to create a working environment that is inclusive, and ensures everyone can be heard and valued for their contributions.


We do not discriminate on the basis of race, nationality, ethnic origin, religion or belief, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital or family status, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected status. We are committed to removing barriers for individuals with conditions, illnesses or disabilities and we will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable adjustments to participate in the job application or interview process, and in their future role.


If you would like to request any reasonable adjustment, for any part of the recruitment process (including application), please let us know by emailing recruitment@iukbc.org.uk.

About Innovate UK Business Connect

We connect ideas, people, and communities to drive innovation that changes lives.



Innovation is complex. The journey from idea to market is not straightforward and requires a diverse range of know-how, investment, market knowledge and research. Innovate UK Business Connect exists to connect innovators with new partners and new opportunities beyond their existing thinking - accelerating ambitious ideas into real-world solutions.



The future holds both challenges and opportunities. We are passionate about working with innovative businesses to overcome these challenges and shape the opportunities and solutions that follow.



Our vision is to create a network of innovators so powerful its ideas will change the world.



While business is at the heart of our work, our diverse connections span government, funders, research and the third sector. This unrivalled overview and connectivity enable us to be a trusted guide through a complex global landscape of research, development, and innovation.