Job description
The Role
We are seeking a dedicated individual to support our HR function in all areas across The ECS Group. This role is ideal for someone with previous HR experience, who is CIPD accredited, and with a passion for people management.
You will have the opportunity to work with a variety of people positioned throughout our organisation, as well as on projects involving some of the largest and most well known brands in the world.
Responsibilities
A full-time on-site role based in Ipswich, UK within our Head Office, you will be supporting all parts of the Group's HR functions.
- Payroll
- Wellbeing
- Onboarding / Offboarding
- Performance management.
- Policy maintenance and creation.
- Employment and supplier contracts.
- TUPE transfers (incoming/outgoing).
- Employee relations queries and procedures.
- Engagement and People related communication.
- Day to day ad hoc requests/tasks/projects.
Plus, relevant additional duties as required.
The ECS Group
ECS is a leading provider of retailer network solutions to global automotive brands. Working with automotive manufacturers and brands we are "Setting the Standard" in providing effective and sustainable business solutions and services to support management teams on a global basis.
Our goal is to be the global partner of choice for helping companies operate efficiently, whilst; Increasing customer satisfaction and loyalty; Protecting their brand and increasing the revenue of their dealer networks; and reducing warranty costs.
With a head office in Ipswich, Suffolk, The ECS Group is comprised of five companies operating throughout Europe, Africa, the Middle East, and India.
You
If you are dependable and enthusiastic HR professional, driven by delivering exceptional attention to detail, who is well organised, and has the ability to work independently whilst meeting deadlines, then this could be the opportunity for you.
You will be proactive, whilst understanding our KPIs and objectives, and what it takes to work for a growing international organisation:
- Exceptional attention to detail, along with strong time management skills.
- Impeccable written and verbal communication skills (English C2).
- Exceptional interpersonal skills.
- Desire to use own initiative but also know when to seek advice.
- A strong user of IT software (inc. the Office suite).
- European languages (desirable but not required; German especially desirable).
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Proven experience in an HR role.
- CIPD Level 3 qualification or higher.
- Strong understanding of HR processes and employment legislation.
Benefits
- £28,000 - 35,000 p.a. D.O.E
- Nine-day working fortnight (every other Friday off).
- 20 days holiday, plus Bank Holidays - increasing by one day every year (after two years employment) up to 25 days total.
- Annual bonus, subject to company performance
- Enhanced salary-sacrifice pension scheme.
- Employee Healthcare Cover and Death In Service Cover (pending implementation Q3 2024)
- Free access to professional and personal development courses.
- Free onsite office parking.
- Free eye tests and glasses scheme.
- Free tea / coffee / water / fruit station available in office.
- Breakout area (table tennis, etc.)
- Onsite café (staff pay)
- 17 acres of private grounds, woodlands, and gardens for lunchtime escape and social activities.
- The chance to join a fast-growing organisation with training and career progression opportunities.
- Equipment provided.
- Probationary period of six months.
Schedule
- 08:00 - 17:15, Monday to Friday
- One hour for lunch.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £28,000.00-£35,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Canteen
- Company events
- Company pension
- Free parking
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Private medical insurance
- Sick pay
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Ipswich: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Licence/Certification:
- CIPD (preferred)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person