HR Contracts Specialist

Job DescriptionWe have exciting opportunity for an immediately available HR Contracts Specialist to join our retail client on an initial 3-month contract with hybrid working where you must be willing to travel to our Reading office 1-2 days per week with some occasional ad-hoc travel to Dublin.Role OverviewAs part of an ongoing HR Transformation Programme, we are seeking a specialist to lead the review and digitisation of employment contract templates in preparation for the implementation of a new Applicant Tracking System (SmartRecruiters). This role sits at the intersection of HR, legal compliance, and technology enablement, offering a unique opportunity to shape how they contract with talent globally.Key ResponsibilitiesCollate, review, and rationalise all existing master employment contract templates across regionsDefine and implement a consistent approach to contractual clauses, ensuring alignment with employment legislation and best practicesPartner closely with People & Culture, Programme Management, Legal, and ATS implementation teamsSupport SmartRecruiters configuration by advising on digital contract workflows and template integrationEnsure templates are transformation-ready and scalable for international expansionRequired ExperienceExtensive experience in HR operations with a focus on employment contract lifecycle managementStrong understanding of contract design principles and what good looks like in employment termsPreferable experience in large-scale HR transformation, preferably in a retail or multi-country environmentFamiliarity with ATS systems (SmartRecruiters preferred) and digital documentation processesHigh attention to detail and a consultative, collaborative approachIf youre passionate about driving operational consistency and setting the foundation for a best-in-class hiring experience, wed love to hear from you.

Created: 2025-07-04