Hr Officer

My client is looking to recruit an Assistant HR Officer on the outskirts of Exeter. This role is required as the client is running a time sensitive project and needs some extra support within their HR function.

The postholder will be responsible for maintaining and updating essential spreadsheets, databases and systems, in accordance with the Data Protection Act and GDPR legislation. This will include the accurate input of personal and payroll data as well as some analysis and reconciliation, taking any associated follow up actions and escalating issues where appropriate.

Main Responsibilities and Duties
• To collate payroll and HR information required for payroll and pension administration purposes.
• To work collaboratively with a counterpart for the monthly implementation and reconciliation of complex pay data, including variable pay elements generated by the Availability and Rostering System, and a range of absence payments, such as sick pay and maternity pay.
• To support with the resolution of payroll and pension data queries.
• To assist in the collation and submission of accurate information to the pension administration team for individuals leaving the service.
• To maintain an accurate audit trail and records in support of the pensions project and other similar work (where required).
• To provide support to other members of the People Services (Reward and Benefits) team.
• To support the department’s goals and objectives, in accordance with DSFRS policies and procedures and participate in a team-based environment.
• To liaise with other team members within the department, other departments within the service, external agencies and other third-party contacts, as and when directed, or when required.
• To undertake on own initiative and/or assist in activities or project work in support of continuous improvement for the department and Service goals and objectives. Including embracing a continuous improvement.
• To perform tasks in a safe manner in accordance with Health and Safety policies and legislation.
• To comply with all Service policies and relevant legislation.
• To participate in the Personal and Professional Development process to identify any personal training and development needs and attend training events as directed.
• To carry out duties at the main place of work and/or other premises or places as required.

Ideal candidate will have an experience within a similar role and be available to start asap. Candidates with an aptitude for data analysis and the ability to use Excel at an advanced level are desired.