<h1 data-end="180" data-start="155">HR Project Specialist</h1><p data-end="325" data-start="181"><strong data-start="181" data-end="194">Near Reading (driver required)</strong><br data-start="221" data-end="224" /> <strong data-end="235" data-start="224">Salary:</strong> £250 per day umbrella<br data-start="251" data-end="254" /> <strong data-end="272" data-start="254">Contract Type:</strong> Interim 4-6 months</p><h2 data-end="358" data-start="332">About the Opportunity</h2><p data-end="506" data-start="360">We are delighted to be partnering with a well-established and forward-thinking organisation to recruit an experienced <strong data-start="478" data-end="503">HR Project Specialist</strong>.</p><p data-end="710" data-start="508">This is an exciting opportunity to join a business where HR systems, payroll accuracy, and data-driven decision-making are central to operational success.</p><p data-end="1027" data-start="712">Our client is seeking a hands-on HR professional who combines strong payroll expertise with advanced reporting and systems capability. This is not a purely strategic role - it requires someone who enjoys getting into the detail, improving processes, and delivering practical solutions that make a measurable impact.</p><h2 data-start="1034" data-end="1047">The Role</h2><p data-end="1238" data-start="1049">Reporting into the HR leadership team, you will play a key role in delivering HR and payroll-related projects while strengthening reporting, controls, and data accuracy across the function.</p><p data-start="1240" data-end="1385">You will act as the bridge between HR operations, payroll, and data analytics - ensuring processes are efficient, compliant, and fit for purpose.</p><h3 data-end="1413" data-start="1387">Key Responsibilities</h3><ul data-start="1415" data-end="2140"><li data-start="1415" data-end="1470"><p data-end="1470" data-start="1417">Lead and support end-to-end HR and payroll projects</p></li><li data-start="1471" data-end="1561"><p data-start="1473" data-end="1561">Review and enhance HR and payroll processes, identifying efficiencies and improvements</p></li><li data-start="1562" data-end="1658"><p data-end="1658" data-start="1564">Work closely with payroll providers and systems (ADP or similar) to ensure smooth operations</p></li><li data-start="1659" data-end="1721"><p data-end="1721" data-start="1661">Extract, validate, and analyse complex HR and payroll data</p></li><li data-start="1722" data-end="1798"><p data-end="1798" data-start="1724">Design and deliver Power BI dashboards and meaningful management reports</p></li><li data-end="1868" data-start="1799"><p data-start="1801" data-end="1868">Improve and automate manual spreadsheet-based reporting processes</p></li><li data-start="1869" data-end="1930"><p data-end="1930" data-start="1871">Strengthen data integrity, controls, and audit compliance</p></li><li data-start="1931" data-end="1994"><p data-end="1994" data-start="1933">Support regulatory and certification reporting requirements</p></li><li data-start="1995" data-end="2077"><p data-start="1997" data-end="2077">Partner with HR stakeholders and managers to interpret and present people data</p></li><li data-end="2140" data-start="2078"><p data-start="2080" data-end="2140">Provide broader operational HR project support as required</p></li></ul><h2 data-end="2174" data-start="2147">What We're Looking For</h2><p data-start="2176" data-end="2293">Our client is seeking a technically strong, detail-oriented HR professional who thrives in a project-led environment.</p><h3 data-end="2321" data-start="2295">Essential Experience</h3><ul data-end="2750" data-start="2323"><li data-start="2323" data-end="2397"><p data-end="2397" data-start="2325">Proven experience in HR projects, HR operations, or HR analytics roles</p></li><li data-end="2480" data-start="2398"><p data-end="2480" data-start="2400">Strong payroll experience (international payroll exposure highly advantageous)</p></li><li data-end="2558" data-start="2481"><p data-end="2558" data-start="2483">Advanced Excel capability (including complex data analysis and reporting)</p></li><li data-start="2559" data-end="2631"><p data-start="2561" data-end="2631">Strong Power BI skills for dashboard creation and data visualisation</p></li><li data-end="2700" data-start="2632"><p data-end="2700" data-start="2634">Experience working with HRIS and payroll systems (ADP preferred)</p></li><li data-start="2701" data-end="2750"><p data-end="2750" data-start="2703">Confident handling large and complex datasets</p></li></ul><h3 data-start="2752" data-end="2774">Personal Profile</h3><ul data-end="3076" data-start="2776"><li data-start="2776" data-end="2815"><p data-start="2778" data-end="2815">Analytical and highly detail-driven</p></li><li data-start="2816" data-end="2875"><p data-start="2818" data-end="2875">Solutions-focused with a continuous improvement mindset</p></li><li data-end="2945" data-start="2876"><p data-end="2945" data-start="2878">Comfortable working autonomously and managing multiple priorities</p></li><li data-start="2946" data-end="3014"><p data-end="3014" data-start="2948">Strong communicator with excellent stakeholder engagement skills</p></li><li data-start="3015" data-end="3076"><p data-end="3076" data-start="3017">Practical, hands-on approach with a strong delivery focus</p></li></ul><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/UG9wcHkuR3JhbnQuODMyODguMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p data-end="539" data-start="311"><strong data-start="311" data-end="359">HR Generalist / People & Culture (Part-Time)</strong></p><p data-end="539" data-start="311">Temp to Perm role <br / data-end="362" data-start="359"> Location: Near Aldermaston, Berkshire<br data-end="402" data-start="399" /> Hours: 24-30 hours per week (ideally shorter days across five days, flexibility available)<br / data-start="492" data-end="495"> Salary: Circa £45,000 full-time equivalent</p><p data-end="721" data-start="541">An experienced HR Generalist is required to join a well-established SME employing approximately 70 permanent staff, supported by seasonal and temporary workers during peak periods.</p><p data-start="723" data-end="1001">This is a standalone, hands-on role with full responsibility for HR across the business. There are no direct reports. You will act as the primary HR contact for managers and employees, ensuring fair, consistent and legally compliant people practices aligned with business needs.</p><p data-end="1027" data-start="1003"><strong data-start="1003" data-end="1027">Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p data-start="1029" data-end="2081">* Manage end-to-end recruitment and onboarding for permanent and temporary roles<br / data-end="1112" data-start="1109"> * Draft contracts and oversee right-to-work and compliance documentation<br / data-end="1187" data-start="1184"> * Support workforce planning and resourcing needs<br / data-end="1239" data-start="1236"> * Advise managers on disciplinary, grievance, absence and capability matters<br / data-start="1315" data-end="1318"> * Lead employee relations cases through to conclusion<br / data-start="1371" data-end="1374"> * Review and update HR policies in line with UK employment law<br / data-start="1436" data-end="1439"> * Manage and develop the performance review process<br / data-end="1493" data-start="1490"> * Support objective setting and underperformance management<br / data-start="1552" data-end="1555"> * Identify training needs and coordinate development activity<br data-start="1616" data-end="1619" /> * Maintain accurate employee records and HR documentation<br data-start="1676" data-end="1679" /> * Process payroll changes and check payroll for accuracy<br data-end="1738" data-start="1735" /> * Monitor absence and key people metrics<br data-end="1781" data-start="1778" /> * Ensure GDPR compliance across HR processes<br / data-end="1828" data-start="1825"> * Improve and digitise HR systems where appropriate<br data-end="1882" data-start="1879" /> * Support engagement, wellbeing and internal communication initiatives<br data-end="1955" data-start="1952" /> * Conduct exit interviews and monitor retention trends<br data-start="2009" data-end="2012" /> * Act as a visible, approachable HR contact across the organisation</p><p data-end="2109" data-start="2083"><strong data-start="2083" data-end="2109">Candidate Requirements</strong></p><p data-end="2548" data-start="2111">* Minimum five years' experience in a broad HR Generalist role<br data-start="2173" data-end="2176" /> * Strong working knowledge of UK employment law<br / data-end="2226" data-start="2223"> * Experience managing disciplinary and grievance processes independently<br data-start="2298" data-end="2301" /> * CIPD qualified (or equivalent experience)<br / data-start="2344" data-end="2347"> * Experience within an SME environment<br / data-end="2388" data-start="2385"> * Confident operating in a standalone capacity<br / data-start="2434" data-end="2437"> * Organised, pragmatic and solutions-focused<br data-start="2481" data-end="2484" /> * Able to build credibility and influence managers effectively</p><p data-start="2550" data-end="2713">This part-time role (24-30 hours) is ideally structured as shorter days across five days to maintain visibility and support, although flexibility can be discussed.</p><p data-end="2868" data-start="2715">This opportunity would suit an experienced HR professional seeking an autonomous, varied role within a growing SME where they can make a tangible impact.</p><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/UG9wcHkuR3JhbnQuOTc0ODAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Verdana; font-size: 7.5pt; color: black;">Role:</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Verdana; font-size: 7.5pt; color: black;">Our client is looking to recruit an immediate, Senior HRBP for a 6 month Temp to perm role. In this role you will be responsible for the following duties: </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Verdana; font-size: 7.5pt; color: black;"> </p><ul><li>Partner with Managing Director and the TSE Management Team to ensure compliance with Global and Regional HR policies and best practices</li><li>Build strong relationships with UK people managers and hold regular check-ins to provide support and guidance on people-related issues. Advise on appropriate solutions, ensuring a consistent approach of policies and practices, while also supporting the successful integration of new hires.</li><li>Act as trainer and support for Managers on performance management best practices. Provide coaching and guidance for Annual alignment discussions, Introductory reviews, Semi Annual Performance Evaluations and other processes required by the Company, evangelising the global Matrix and Framework to ensure fairness and consistency in rewards, recognition and growth opportunities</li><li>Partner with managers in other regions, as needed, to provide guidance and support, and to harmonise HR practices and approaches across the business</li><li>Although not a direct reporting line, this role supports and assists the India HR Business Partner by providing counsel and guidance aligned with global HR policies, standards, and best practices.</li><li>Establish regular touch-points with the India HRBP to review ongoing employee matters, share insights, and help ensure consistent application of company policies and processes across regions.</li><li>Serve as a key liaison between the India HRBP and U.S. Home Office HR, helping bridge time zone gaps and facilitating timely communication, escalation, and decision-making when needed.</li><li>Manage the local on-boarding process and ensure new hires are effectively integrated into the company and conduct induction sessions for regional hires.</li><li>Record/request all employee changes (manager, title or department changes, pay rises, promotions, terminations) in tracker and HRIS</li><li>Process 90 day probationary letters as applicable</li><li>Process and file all necessary paperwork/forms as it relates to on boarding (including right to work process, benefits enrolment, etc), probationary period reviews and off boarding</li><li>Ensure employee's compliance with mandatory tasks in the HRIS system, including time off requests</li><li>Liaise with Finance to ensure payroll trackers are updated to ensure any necessary adjustments are captured</li></ul><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Verdana; font-size: 7.5pt; color: black;">Profile:</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Verdana; font-size: 7.5pt; color: black;">The successful temp to perm, HRBP will have at least 6+ years experience working within experience and demonstrated success in an HR Business Partner or Generalist capacity, preferably in a start up environment.</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Verdana; font-size: 7.5pt; color: black;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Verdana; font-size: 7.5pt; color: black;">You must be either immediate or on a 1 week notice to be considered for this role.</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Verdana; font-size: 7.5pt; color: black;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Verdana; font-size: 7.5pt; color: black;">Client:</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Verdana; font-size: 7.5pt; color: black;">Our client is a London-based tech company. You will work 3 days per week from their office and 2 days </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Verdana; font-size: 7.5pt; color: black;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Verdana; font-size: 7.5pt; color: black;">Salary & Benefits:</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Verdana; font-size: 7.5pt; color: black;">This immediate, temp to perm HRBP role will be paying circa £300 - £500 per day. This is dependant on experience.</p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/RWxpYW5hLlphbWV0LjQwODMwLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p><strong>HR Advisor - 12 Month Fixed-Term Contract</strong><br /> <strong>Location:</strong> Bicester, Oxfordshire (Office-based with travel across two sites)<br /> <strong>Salary:</strong> £35,000<br /> <strong>Start Date:</strong> ASAP</p><p>Robert Half are working with a growing and fast-paced organisation based in Bicester to recruit an experienced HR Advisor on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This is an excellent opportunity to join a dynamic business at an exciting stage of growth, providing hands-on HR support during a busy and evolving period.</p><p>This role requires an individual who is <strong>immediately available to start work</strong> and comfortable operating in a fully office-based environment, with regular travel across two sites.</p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>As HR Advisor, you will provide operational HR support across the full employee lifecycle, with a strong focus on Employee Relations and absence management. You will partner closely with line managers to deliver practical, commercially sound advice, ensuring policies and procedures are applied consistently and in line with current UK employment legislation.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Managing a range of Employee Relations casework, including disciplinaries, grievances and performance management</li><li>Handling absence management processes, including long-term sickness cases, occupational health referrals and return-to-work meetings</li><li>Providing clear and pragmatic guidance to managers on HR best practice</li><li>Supporting organisational change and business initiatives as required</li><li>Ensuring HR policies and procedures are compliant and consistently applied</li><li>Maintaining accurate HR records and documentation</li><li>Contributing to HR projects aligned to business growth</li></ul><p><strong>About You</strong></p><ul><li>Proven experience in an HR Advisor role within a fast-paced environment</li><li>Strong working knowledge of UK employment law</li><li>Demonstrable experience managing complex Employee Relations cases and absence management</li><li>Proactive, adaptable and solutions-focused</li><li>Confident communicator with the ability to build strong relationships at all levels</li><li>Must be immediately available to start</li><li>Comfortable working fully office-based with travel across two sites</li><li>CIPD qualification (or working towards) desirable</li></ul><p><strong>What's on Offer</strong></p><ul><li>12-month fixed-term contract with immediate start</li><li>Opportunity to make a tangible impact within a growing organisation</li><li>Varied and hands-on role within a supportive team</li></ul><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/UmFjaGVsLlNoYXcuNzQ1ODkuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">