SUMMARY
We are actively seeking a dedicated and experienced People and Culture Officer to join our dynamic team at Nekton. This is an exciting opportunity that involves a diverse portfolio of responsibilities.
These include:
*Managing HR needs and requirements including recruitment, contracting, development and implementation of employment policies and processes, and conducting annual employee appraisals. 
*Developing and strengthening team culture around a fast-growing team working between office and home locations, including planning team events and development programmes.
Start: January/February 2025
Location: Hybrid, ideally including approx. 2 days per week at our Oxford area-based HQ.
Salary: £31-£34k per annum pro-rata, depending on experience and qualifications
Contract: Permanent
Hours: 3 flexible days per week
Reporting to: Head of Finance and Operations
Staff reporting to this post: None
Working with: All teams and HR Business Partner
Please note: Only applicants who are eligible and available to work in the UK immediately will be considered.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS:
*Managing and developing team culture
*Dealing with all aspects of staff recruitment
*Collating required information for and setting up employment contracts and contract variation documents 
*Providing inductions for new staff and assisting with onboarding
*Keeping employment policies relevant and up to date, introducing new policies as appropriate to ensure compliance with national laws and regulations.
*Managing staff leave records, including records of Time Off in Lieu
*Recording and processing confidential information
*Distributing payslips and other payroll documents
*Managing pension enrolments
*Actioning internal and external inquiries and requests related to the HR department
*Coordinating with management to develop HR-related training and development programmes, workshops, and seminars
*Managing the Company’s appraisal process and cycle
*Coordinating with management for the development of employee development, health, mental health and wellbeing programmes.
*Coordinating with management to promote equality, health, and safety
*Ensuring employees have correct pay and benefits
*Handling any disciplinary processes and formal grievances
*Writing and submitting reports on general HR activities
*Continuously learning the latest HR best practices to improve workplace efficiency
*Liaising with Senior HR Business Advisers as required
*Adhoc HR requirements as needed
KEY ATTRIBUTES AND QUALIFICATIONS
Essential:
*Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, in a related field, or equivalent
*An affiliation with Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) or similar
*CIPD Level 5 or above or equivalent experience
*Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a HR Officer role in a high growth organisation preferably in the scientific or charity sector
*Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practices
*Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
*Ability to work well with others
*Ability to monitor your own performance
*Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
*Sensitivity and understanding
*Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
*Enjoy working with people
*Collaborate closely with senior management to drive strategic initiatives and achieve organisational goals
Desirable:
*Proficiency in HR software and aptitude to learn new systems
*Ideally experience working in/with the charity sector
*Business management skills
*Understand strategies for enhancing employee satisfaction and retention
*Passionate about building a strong company culture
HOW TO APPLY
To apply for this position please send your cv with a covering letter, quoting reference NFPCO102024, explaining why you think you would be a good fit for this role by 24th November 2024. This role is open to UK-based applicants only. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interview.