HR Officer 12 months Education £14.16/hour Full Time Your new company Hays is pleased to be working with a well-established higher education institution, recognised for its commitment to academic excellence and staff development. You''ll be joining a collaborative environment where your HR expertise will support a diverse and dynamic academic community.Your new role As an HR Officer, you will be responsible for: Payroll and Employee RecordsCoordinate monthly data transfers between HR and Payroll.Maintain accurate employee records and issue contracts and letters.Support payroll reconciliation and ensure up-to-date staffing information.Ensure compliance with data protection in all HR records.Terms and ConditionsProvide guidance on employee terms and conditions.Advise on annual and family leave entitlements and manage related documentation.Recruitment and InductionSupport recruitment processes and participate in interviews as the HR representative.Assist in delivering the staff induction programme.Attend employee relations meetings (e.g. disciplinary, grievance) in a note-taking capacity.Health and WellbeingMonitor and report on staff absences, liaising with managers and Occupational Health.Coordinate workstation assessments and eye test claims.Support the implementation of the Staff Health and Wellbeing Strategy.HR Administration and SystemsMaintain HR systems and records in line with statutory requirements.Support the development of the HR intranet and assist with data submis