HR OfficerAre you a driven HR professional ready to take the next step in your career? We're looking for an HR Officer to join a growing and people-focused organisation in the engineering industry. This full-time, permanent role offers the opportunity to work in a fast-moving environment where you'll play an active role in shaping the employee experience and supporting business growth.The RoleAs HR Officer, you'll provide broad HR support across all areas of the employee lifecycle, from recruitment and onboarding to employee relations, development, and engagement. Working closely with the wider HR team, you'll ensure smooth HR operations while helping to implement initiatives that drive a positive, high-performing workplace culture.Main DutiesAct as a trusted point of contact for HR queries, offering clear and practical guidance on policies, procedures, and employment matters. * Manage employee relations issues including disciplinary, grievance, attendance, and performance cases in line with best practice. * Oversee recruitment and selection processes, drafting adverts, coordinating interviews, preparing contracts, and supporting onboarding. * Maintain and update HR systems and personnel files, ensuring accuracy and compliance with GDPR. * Support payroll, benefits administration, and regular HR reporting activities. * Contribute to the development and implementation of HR policies, ensuring alignment with legislation and organisational values. * Assist in planning and delivering learning and development initiatives and performance reviews. * Promote employee engagement and wellbeing through participation in internal events, surveys, and communications. * Support absence management and exit processes, ensuring consistency and professionalism throughout.The Ideal CandidateCIPD qualification or HR Degree. * Solid understanding of employment law and HR best practice across ROI and NI. * Demonstrated experience managing ER casework in a fast-paced business environment. * Strong organisational and problem-solving skills, with excellent attention to detail. * A proactive, hands-on approach with the ability to build trusted relationships at all levels. * Professional, discreet, and able to handle sensitive information with integrity. * Confident communicator, both written and verbal, with a collaborative and approachable manner.What We OfferCompetitive salary package * Flexible and hybrid working options * Enhanced annual leave * Support for continued professional development and career progressionTo speak in absolute confidence about this opportunity please send an up to date CV via the link provided or contact Tara Duffy (HR Recruitment Specialist, MCS Group) at 02896935489 or t.duffy@mcsgroup.jobs. Even if this position is not right for you, we may have others that are. Please visit MCS Group to view a wide selection of our current jobs www.mcsgroup.jobs MCS Group - Proud CIPD NI HR Awards Headline Sponsor 2025