Human Resources Officer

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Human Resources professional to join the leading international horse charity World Horse Welfare.

This is a newly created role to support the Head of Human Resources with the day-to-day running of the department, providing guidance to managers and employees on policies and procedures and overseeing administrative tasks.

We are looking for someone who has active experience undertaking formal investigations and report writing, subject access requests, and payroll. Volunteer co-ordination would be advantageous. You must be proactive, confident, and capable of working with people at all levels in a variety of spheres. A flexible approach to your work and a willingness to work outside of normal office hours where necessary is essential. Highly organized with excellent attention to detail is a must for this role.

As part of this role, you will actively engage in enhancing communication channels and building working relationships. Working closely with the Head of HR and Departmental Managers across the charity, you will play a vital role in enhancing employee engagement and fostering a positive culture within the charity. You will also be responsible for administering payroll.

CIPD Foundation Certificate is highly desirable but not essential. The Right to Work in the UK is essential.

The role is based in Norfolk and is a hybrid split of a minimum of 2 days in our head office in Snetterton and a maximum of 3 days at home. You will be required to visit our satellite locations based in Somerset, Lancashire, and Aberdeenshire, as well as attend events around the UK.

Benefits include a generous pension scheme and cash health plan, paid employee sickness absence scheme, and a minimum of 31 days’ holiday (including bank/public holidays and mandatory shutdown between Christmas and New Year). Additional benefits include death in service, free parking, and a bike to work scheme.

World Horse Welfare is committed to championing equality and diversity in all aspects of employment and in the services that it provides. We encourage applications from under-represented groups, particularly ethnically diverse communities, LGBTQ+, and disabled people.

World Horse Welfare takes great pride in being realistic, compassionate, and forward-thinking, and the successful applicant will be expected to share these values.