OR104555 - HR Support Officer

Aatom Recruitment is looking for OR(phone number removed) - HR Support Officer on behalf of a Local Authority. Job Title: OR(phone number removed) - HR Support Officer Contract Duration: 6 Months Hours Per Week: 37 Purpose: Provide accurate and timely HR administrative support, acting as a first point of contact for HR and payroll queries, and supporting payroll processing. Key Responsibilities: * Manage HR queries via People Portal, email, and in person * Support recruitment and onboarding (job adverts, shortlisting, checks, contracts) * Maintain employee records and HR systems (starters, leavers, changes) * Process payroll data and resolve payroll queries * Administer employee benefits and HR policies * Produce HR reports (e.g., absence, workforce data) * Support HR projects, audits, and policy updates * Provide admin support including note-taking in meetings and general HR tasks Key Skills & Requirements: * Strong organisation, attention to detail, and time management * Good communication and customer service skills * IT proficiency (MS Office and HR systems) * Ability to manage confidential information * Analytical and problem-solving skills * Experience in admin (HR preferred) * Knowledge of GDPR; HR/payroll knowledge desirable * Educated to NVQ Level 3 (CIPD Level 3 desirable)