Job Description

HR Officer required.

Location:

Basingstoke (Office-Based)

Working Hours:

Monday to Friday, 9:00am - 5:30pm (37.5 hours per week)

Salary:

35,000 - 40,000 per annum

Contract Type:

Permanent

About Tomato Energy

Tomato Energy is a dynamic and fast-growing company in the energy sector, dedicated to delivering innovative solutions and exceptional customer service. As we continue to expand, we are seeking a professional and proactive

HR Officer

to join our HR team in Basingstoke. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to a thriving, inclusive workplace and make a tangible impact on our employee experience.

The Role

The HR Officer, reporting into the HR Manager, will be responsible for general HR activities as directed by the HR Manager and HR Director, including helping to deliver key post-recruitment HR activities and helping to support the wider employee lifecycle. This includes helping with onboarding, maintaining accurate employee records, supporting payroll activities, and assisting with policy implementation. This is a hands-on, generalist role ideal for someone with strong HR administration and general HR experience and a passion for supporting people and business growth.

Key Responsibilities

Assisting the onboarding and induction process for new starters. Maintaining accurate HR records and helping the HR team to ensure compliance with company policies and UK employment legislation. Supporting payroll administration and employee benefits, including updates to employee information, having an in-depth working knowledge of ADP. Assisting in the creation, implementation, and review of HR policies and procedures. Responding to HR-related queries, providing guidance and escalating issues where appropriate. Supporting employee relations matters including investigations, disciplinary processes, and note-taking. Helping the HR team to monitor key HR metrics such as absence, turnover, and engagement. Aiding the HR team to ensure a seamless transition from offer stage to onboarding of new recruits. Working within the HR team to contribute to staff engagement initiatives, training sessions, and wellbeing programmes.

Person Specification

Previous experience in an HR Officer role. At least CIPD Level 5 qualified or equivalent. Solid knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice. Excellent organisational and communication skills. High level of discretion and the ability to handle confidential information professionally. Proficient in Microsoft Office and experienced in using HR systems (including ADP).

Desirable:

Experience working in a fast-paced or SME environment. Familiarity with employee engagement and wellbeing initiative.

What We Offer

Competitive salary between 35,000 - 40,000 per annum. 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays. Access to

Perkbox

including discounts and private health insurance. A supportive and inclusive team environment. Opportunities for continued professional development and progression. A healthy work-life balance with a 37.5-hour working week.

How to Apply

If you meet the required experience and qualifications and are passionate about people and HR, we'd love to hear from you. Please apply today, and a member of our recruitment team will be in touch shortly.

Tomato Energy is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We value and celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive working environment for all employees.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 35,000.00-40,000.00 per year

Application question(s):

Do you hold a CIPD Level 5 qualification or equivalent? If so, please confirm the qualification and when it was obtained. Have you previously worked as an HR Officer? If so, please confirm the duration of your experience in this role and the key responsibilities you managed. Have you worked with HR systems like ADP in the past? Have you been involved in designing or supporting employee engagement or wellbeing programs? If so, please describe your role and the impact of these initiatives Can you provide an example of a situation where you managed sensitive or confidential employee information? How soon would you be able to start in the HR Officer role if selected, considering the office-based requirement in Basingstoke? Do you have the legal right to work in the UK, or would you require sponsorship to work in this role? Can you confirm your current location and your ability to work on-site in Basingstoke, UK, Monday to Friday, 9:00am-5:30pm?
Work Location: In person