Human Resources Officer, HR Officer, to 45k - ID46989

Job Description Senior HR OfficerOxford | Hybrid Working | Full-Time - TO 45000Ready to take the next step in your HR career?Looking for a varied generalist role where you can build confidence in employee relations and advisory work?Keen to join a large, well-structured organisation where you can develop your HR expertise in a supportive environment?Our client is seeking a proactive and capable Senior HR Officer to join their established People team in Oxford. This is a fantastic opportunity for an HR professional who already has solid generalist experience and is ready to broaden their exposure to complex casework, stakeholder support and operational HR delivery.With hybrid working available and a collaborative team around you, this role offers progression, variety and stability in equal measure.Why This Role is GreatThis position offers a strong mix of operational HR and advisory responsibility, giving you the chance to develop confidence across the full employee lifecycle.You will enjoy:Supporting the delivery of a professional and people-focused HR serviceManaging day-to-day HR operations including recruitment, onboarding, contracts and employee changesAdvising managers on HR policies and processes with guidance from senior colleagues where neededSupporting employee relations cases including absence, conduct, grievance and performance mattersManaging right-to-work and visa processes in line with UK legislationOverseeing payroll changes and ensuring data accuracy within HR systemsMonitoring probation periods, leave records and contract end datesContributing to HR process improvements and policy updatesLine managing and developing an HR OfficerThis role provides excellent exposure to advisory work while still offering the support of experienced HR leadership when handling more complex matters.About YouYou are already working in a busy HR environment and feel ready to step into a broader generalist role with more advisory responsibility.You will likely bring:Experience in an HR Officer or HR Advisor rolePractical knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practiceExposure to employee relations casework with the confidence to support managersCIPD Level 5 qualification or equivalent experienceStrong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing prioritiesA high level of discretion and professionalism when handling confidential mattersConfidence using HR systems and working accurately with dataSome experience supporting or supervising colleagues, or an interest in developing management capabilityExperience in larger or more complex organisations would be beneficial but is not essential.Candidates with transferable skills and a strong HR foundation are encouraged to apply.What You Will GainBroader exposure to employee relations and advisory HR workLine management experience in a supportive settingThe opportunity to contribute to process improvement initiativesA structured and professional working environmentHybrid working arrangementsCompetitive salary in the region of 35,000 to 45,000 depending on experienceGenerous holiday allowance and pension provisionThis role is ideal for someone looking to consolidate their HR experience and take a confident step toward future HR Advisor or HR Business Partner opportunities.Diversity & InclusionOur client is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. They welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.As a recruitment partner, we are equally committed to fair and inclusive hiring practices and encourage applications from individuals who may bring transferable skills or alternative career journeys.If you are looking for a Senior HR Officer role in Oxford where you can grow your advisory skills and build meaningful HR experience, we would love to hear from you.Apply today or contact us for a confidential discussion.

Created: 2026-03-07