Job Description

Company overview

The Aerospace Technology Institute sits at the centre of UK aerospace research and technology. It is responsible for the UK's Aerospace Technology Strategy and the promotion of transformative technology in air transport, representing a joint industry and Government commitment to R&D funding of over 4 billion to 2031. The ATI represents a single, coherent national aerospace technology development programme that aims to strengthen the links between industry and academia whilst maximising opportunities for UK industry to gain access to European R&T programmes. It is a truly game-changing initiative, whose objective is to reduce aviation's environmental impact through providing thought leadership on all aspects on the future of flight and through funding research projects that secure jobs, maintain skills and deliver economic benefits across the UK.

The ATI establishes the pathway for technology progression for UK aerospace, which builds on the UK's strengths and responds to the challenges faced by the UK civil aerospace sector. It also provides a roadmap of the innovation necessary to keep the UK competitive in the global aerospace market, whilst also complementing the broader strategy for the sector created by the Aerospace Growth Partnership (AGP).

The ATI works in partnership with the Department for Business and Trade (DBT) and Innovate UK to offer funding streams designed to accelerate innovation in the UK to maintain global competitiveness.

A small and young company charged with a big responsibility, the ATI encourages free thinking and innovation. We need individuals with drive, passion, ability to adapt and work flexibly, and who share our ambitions for the sector and UK. Our team is collaborative, open, respectful, positive and supportive.

Mission Statement

Transforming aerospace through technology and innovation.

Diversity & Inclusion

We are experts in our field, trusted to be impartial in our activities, and present a fair and independent view. We are passionate about innovation and technology and understand the rewards of bringing together a diverse and forward-thinking team to explore, enhance and shape our aerospace agenda. We are committed to equality in everything we do. We are proud to lead by example, demonstrating independent leadership and collaborating for success in all aspects of our work.

The Opportunity

Position Title: HR Generalist

Job Type; Fixed-Term (until 31st December 2025)

Location: Cranfield, with Hybrid working (option to consider base location in London)

Travel: To London office on a regular basis

Reporting to: HR Manager

The Role

The ATI is seeking a highly capable HR Generalist to join the team and provide support to the HR Manager.

The HR function has previously been a standalone function, but the natural expansion of the organisation now requires an additional HR role to join the team. The HR Generalist role will support the end-to-end HR function at the ATI. As a small business, the ATI requires the HR Generalist to have relevant HR experience and highly developed organisational skills to ensure the efficient and thorough delivery of day-to-day operational tasks along with strategic activities to support the ATI as a high-performance organisation

This position is based in our Cranfield office, with use of our Hybrid Working Policy. The successful candidate will be expected to attend both the Cranfield and London office regularly and as required by the needs of the business.

The role presents an opportunity for the successful candidate to deepen their HR experience, demonstrate ownership of core HR activities and handle a wide range of challenges.

Key operations that this role will support include the following:

Providing general administration to support the whole employee lifecycle, from induction to exit

Be the first point of contact for all HR queries

Effectively supporting the seamless delivery of all recruitment and selection activity

Advising on employee relations and other personnel matters, supporting line managers and employees with professional advice

Maintain and update HR and payroll systems with a high level of accuracy

Administrating employee benefits including pension, Perkbox, Private Medical Insurance, etc.

Promote fairness, respect and the delivery of the ATI's core values - Independent Leadership, Collaborate for Success and Forward Thinking

Ensure that policies, processes and procedures are effectively implemented across the business, ensuring consistency and compliance

Supporting organisation-wide professional development, including managing the appraisal process and arranging training

Reporting of key HR activities and metrics on a monthly basis

The Candidate

The successful candidate will hold a solid foundation of HR experience with a desire to develop their HR skills further. It is key for this role to be filled by someone who is confident working in all areas of HR, as this is very much a generalist role. We are looking for someone who is well organised, delivery-oriented, self-starting and motivated to make a positive difference to the performance and culture of the organisation. The HR Generalist will have a positive and approachable manner, who can effectively juggle competing priorities to support the smooth operation of the HR function.

Experience should include:

Solid operational HR experience, preferably in a small team or in a stand-alone role

Minimum CIPD Level 3 qualified

Up to date knowledge of employment legislation and its application

Working in highly professional business settings

Health & Safety qualification desirable

Characteristics and skills:

A proactive, can-do attitude with a willingness to learn and grow

Ability to work under own autonomy or collaboratively as part of a team

Highly organised, able to proactively develop workplans and manage deadlines

An ability to maintain confidentiality and act with discretion and diplomacy

Comfortable interacting with people at all levels of an organisation, demonstrating good judgement, self-awareness and sensitivity

Excellent communication skills, able to write and present clearly and succinctly

Strong attention to detail

Experience with HR systems

Excellent IT skills (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) and communication skills

Candidates must have the right to work in the UK.

ATI Benefits

Competitive salary

Hybrid working policy, with daily core hours

Attractive pension scheme

Bupa Private Medical Insurance

Discretionary bonus scheme

Life Assurance

Perkbox Reward & Recognition Scheme

Professional development training

Paid membership to one professional body per year

25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and additional Christmas leave

Family friendly leave policies

Assignment Process and Timeline

Short-listed applicants will go through a two-stage interview process with the ATI.

First interviews will be held online on 5th and 6th June. Second interviews will be held in person at our Cranfield office (MK43 0TR) on 12th June.

Contact details

For more information on this assignment, please contact us.

Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract, Temp to perm
Contract length: 6 months

Additional pay:

Bonus scheme
Benefits:

Additional leave Company pension Enhanced maternity leave Enhanced paternity leave Free flu jabs Free parking Health & wellbeing programme Life insurance On-site parking Private medical insurance Referral programme Sick pay Work from home
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Application question(s):

Are you CIPD Level 3 qualified or higher? Please indicate your salary expectation for this role.
Experience:

HR: 2 years (preferred)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Bedford MK43 0TR

Application deadline: 01/06/2025