HR Specialist - CIPD Qualified

Apply promptly! A high volume of applicants is expected for the role as detailed below, do not wait to send your CV. Salary: £40,000 to £48,000 FTE dependent on skills and experience Office based - Whiteley, Hampshire – on-site parking Hours: Part-time or full-time (minimum 3 days/week) This is a rare opportunity to shape and lead the HR function in a well-established, growing business that genuinely values its people. Part of the national Croma Group, this Fire & Security company is known for delivering high-quality systems and service to a wide range of clients – and now, they’re investing in their internal team too. As the company’s first dedicated HR professional, you’ll have the freedom to make your mark, embed structure and consistency, and help foster a positive, forward-looking workplace culture. You’ll work closely with senior management, have full ownership of HR processes, and play a key part in supporting the team as the business continues to expand. Responsibilities include but not limited to: Take the lead on end-to-end recruitment – writing job specs, managing interviews, offers and onboarding Be the first point of contact for employee relations issues, offering fair, balanced and timely advice to managers and staff Maintain up-to-date HR policies and ensure full compliance with employment legislation Manage all HR records including contracts, training logs, benefits and absence tracking Create and deliver onboarding and induction processes that set new joiners up for success Support annual reviews, performance appraisals and training/development planning Implement and track salary benchmarking and benefits frameworks to retain and attract the best people Collaborate with leadership to promote staff engagement, wellbeing and retention strategies Help embed a values-led culture through clear communication, policies and processes Provide regular HR reporting to leadership, using data to inform workforce planning The ideal candidate CIPD Level 5 or above (or working towards it) Minimum of 3 years in a generalist HR role – ideally within a stand-alone or SME environment Strong knowledge of UK employment law, contracts, and best practice in recruitment and employee relations A confident communicator who can support, influence and challenge senior stakeholders when needed Comfortable setting up or refining HR systems and processes – from contracts and policy templates to induction plans Professional, friendly and trusted – the kind of person people naturally come to for advice Previous experience in technical, field service or engineering environments is a bonus – but not essential Why this role? £40,000 to £48,000 FTE salary depending on experience Flexibility to work 3, 4 or 5 days per week – we’ll shape this around the right candidate Full ownership of HR in a respected, stable and forward-thinking business Close-knit, friendly office environment with real opportunity to influence Office-based, with free parking and good links to nearby transport routes Access to private GP service for you and your family along with other wellbeing health support Staff Share Option Scheme If you are looking for a flexible, impactful HR role we would love to hear from you. Please upload your latest CV. INDLS