you are the head of the human resource department of an organisation
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As a human resources (HR) officer you'll develop, advise on and implement policies relating to the effective use of staff in an organisation.
In the role your aim is to ensure that the organisation you work for employs the right balance of staff in terms of skill and experience, and that training and development opportunities are available to colleagues to enhance their performance and achieve the company's business aims.
HR officers are involved in a range of activities whatever the size or type of business. These cover areas such as:
conditions of employment
equality and diversity
negotiation with external work-related agencies
pay
recruitment
working practices.
Responsibilities
To be successful in this role you must have a clear understanding of your employer's business objectives and be able to devise and implement policies which select, develop and retain the right staff to meet these objectives.
You will not only deal with staff welfare and administration-centred activities, but also strategy and planning.
HR departments are expected to add value to the organisation they support. The exact nature of the work varies according to the organisation, but is likely to include:
working closely with various departments, increasingly in a consultancy role, assisting line managers to understand and implement policies and procedures
promoting equality and diversity as part of the culture of the organisation
liaising with a range of people involved in policy areas such as staff performance and health and safety
recruiting staff, which involves developing job descriptions and person specifications, preparing job adverts, checking application forms, shortlisting, interviewing and selecting candidates
developing and implementing policies on issues like working conditions, performance management, equal opportunities, disciplinary procedures and absence management
preparing staff handbooks
advising on pay and other remuneration issues, including promotion and benefits
undertaking regular salary reviews
negotiating with staff and their representatives (for example, trade union officials) on issues relating to pay and conditions
administering payroll and maintaining employee records
interpreting and advising on employment law
dealing with grievances and implementing disciplinary procedures
developing HR planning strategies, which consider immediate and long-term staff requirements
planning and sometimes delivering training, including new staff inductions
analysing training needs in conjunction with departmental managers.
Salary
HR assistant starting salaries are around £19,000 a year.
Partly-qualified Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) HR officers, or those working toward CIPD Level 5 Intermediate or above, earn in the region of £22,000 to £25,000.
There are opportunities for rapid progression and salary increases as you gain experience, particularly if you have a CIPD qualification. HR officers with experience can expect to earn £25,000+.
For senior posts, such as HR directors, typical salaries can range from around £75,000 to £100,000.
Salaries within HR vary considerably between employers. They can be influenced to some extent by location but also by industry sector, level of responsibility, seniority and particular function.
Income figures are intended as a guide only.
Working hours
You'll generally work a standard 9am to 5pm day but hours could sometimes include shift or weekend work. There may also be a requirement to work extra hours to meet deadlines.
Part-time and job-share positions may be available.
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In the role your aim is to ensure that the organisation you work for employs the right balance of staff in terms of skill and experience, and that training and development opportunities are available to colleagues to enhance their performance and achieve the company's business aims.
HR officers are involved in a range of activities whatever the size or type of business. These cover areas such as:
conditions of employment
equality and diversity
negotiation with external work-related agencies
pay
recruitment
working practices.
Responsibilities
To be successful in this role you must have a clear understanding of your employer's business objectives and be able to devise and implement policies which select, develop and retain the right staff to meet these objectives.
You will not only deal with staff welfare and administration-centred activities, but also strategy and planning.
HR departments are expected to add value to the organisation they support. The exact nature of the work varies according to the organisation, but is likely to include:
working closely with various departments, increasingly in a consultancy role, assisting line managers to understand and implement policies and procedures
promoting equality and diversity as part of the culture of the organisation
liaising with a range of people involved in policy areas such as staff performance and health and safety
recruiting staff, which involves developing job descriptions and person specifications, preparing job adverts, checking application forms, shortlisting, interviewing and selecting candidates
developing and implementing policies on issues like working conditions, performance management, equal opportunities, disciplinary procedures and absence management
preparing staff handbooks
advising on pay and other remuneration issues, including promotion and benefits
undertaking regular salary reviews
negotiating with staff and their representatives (for example, trade union officials) on issues relating to pay and conditions
administering payroll and maintaining employee records
interpreting and advising on employment law
dealing with grievances and implementing disciplinary procedures
developing HR planning strategies, which consider immediate and long-term staff requirements
planning and sometimes delivering training, including new staff inductions
analysing training needs in conjunction with departmental managers.
Salary
HR assistant starting salaries are around £19,000 a year.
Partly-qualified Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) HR officers, or those working toward CIPD Level 5 Intermediate or above, earn in the region of £22,000 to £25,000.
There are opportunities for rapid progression and salary increases as you gain experience, particularly if you have a CIPD qualification. HR officers with experience can expect to earn £25,000+.
For senior posts, such as HR directors, typical salaries can range from around £75,000 to £100,000.
Salaries within HR vary considerably between employers. They can be influenced to some extent by location but also by industry sector, level of responsibility, seniority and particular function.
Income figures are intended as a guide only.
Working hours
You'll generally work a standard 9am to 5pm day but hours could sometimes include shift or weekend work. There may also be a requirement to work extra hours to meet deadlines.
Part-time and job-share positions may be available.
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