We are looking for a HR Officer to join our Human Resources Team at our Head Office in Rudgeway.

Salary: £29,000 – £31,000 per annum

Hours: 25hrs per week Monday to Friday

The HR Officer will be responsible for contributing to the work of the HR team in supporting management, staff and other stakeholders, to ensure delivery of the business plan objectives and HR strategy.

HR Officer Responsibilities:

  • To support the work of the HR team and undertake HR work which contributes to the achievement of the association’s business plan and HR strategy.
  • To ensure effective communication with customers and stakeholders in delivering our HR service.
  • To be an ambassador for Elim Housing and represent our values and aspirations in delivering services.
  • The first point of contact for HR and employee relations queries, including policies and procedures and terms and conditions.
  • Responsible for payroll administration, including accurately inputting new starter details and employee changes onto Sage and producing reports as required.
  • Work with the Head of HR to source, commission and book training courses and activities to meet Elim’s mandatory,
  • Proactive in supporting line managers to address staffing and performance issues.
  • Administer staff benefits, to include Pensions and Healthshield.
  • Confidential and comply with GDPR and employment legislation.
  • Responsible for the management and administration of start to end employment processes, from recruitment through the end of employment, ensuring an excellent service is provided to our internal customers.
  • Contribute to projects and HR strategic initiatives, including Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and culture and values.
  • Contribute to the design and delivery of management development and coaching sessions.
  • Contribute to the achievement of HR key performance indicators and prepare statistical information and reports.
  • Manage the administration of the HR management system (Cascade).
  • Actively promote and role model the Elim CARES values in the customer service they provide

All staff have a responsibility to ensure that they develop their personal skills and capacity to meet the changing needs of their role. Other duties, commensurate with the post may also be required and staff will be consulted about any changes to their job description.

We are continuously developing our inclusive, values driven culture that welcomes and embraces the diversity of our colleagues and customers. We are keen to increase our own diversity and particularly welcome applications from underrepresented groups.

HR Officer Benefits:

  • A great inclusive and values led culture that invests in your learning and development.
  • 25 days annual holiday rising to 30 days.
  • Paid day off for your birthday each year.
  • Flexible working
  • Access to training and career development through Elim Skills Academy
  • Company pension.
  • Life Assurance.
  • Annual organisational performance bonus.
  • Annual bonus.
  • Health cash plan, which includes discounts to a wide range of shops and services.
  • Free onsite car parking

About us:

Elim is a charitable social landlord based in Bristol with a vision ‘to meet housing need and deliver homes that change people’s lives’. This ambition is present in everything we do. We have around 900 homes located across South West England, the Birmingham area and Wales, and we provide homes for social or affordable rent across each of these areas. We provide homes for shared ownership in South West England, and are one of the largest providers of supported accommodation to people who have experienced homelessness in Bristol and Gloucester.

We offer a diverse and inclusive culture in line with our Elim CARES Values.  These were created in partnership with our customers, colleagues, Board and other stakeholders, and they represent our commitment to how we deliver our services and work together successfully:

C             Customers First – Customers are at the heart of our services and decision making.

A             Aspirational and Accountable – We are ambitious for our customers, staff and stakeholders.      

               We work with integrity, learn from mistakes and do what we say we will.

R             Results – We work hard and deliver great results for our customers and for Elim.

E             Everyone’s view matters – We listen to understand, improve and build our services

S             Supportive – We tackle challenges head on and inspire each other to achieve our potential.

If you think you are suitable for the HR Officer role, please apply now!