Employment Services Officer - Employment Services Team

1. We are looking for an enthusiastic individual to join the Employment Services Team who provide a comprehensive HR and payroll support service throughout the Council.
2. Your role will include a range of duties with an initial focus on the service we provide to schools from issuing contract letters and starter packs, providing advice on policy, conditions of service and outcomes of pre-employment checks.
3. We can offer you a supportive team of colleagues, a work/life balance including some remote working and an opportunity to develop your skills in a public sector organisation that values its workforce.

We are looking for an enthusiastic individual to join the Employment Services Team who provide a comprehensive HR and payroll support service throughout the Council. Your role will include a range of duties with an initial focus on the service we provide to schools from issuing contract letters and starter packs, providing advice on policy, conditions of service and outcomes of pre-employment checks. You will also be responsible for the processing of all other new employees, terminations and contract variations into the HR & Payroll system (iTrent) and issue relevant correspondence.

You should have experience of working in a busy office environment and be able to demonstrate your skills in using computer systems and software (Excel/Word/Email). A flexible approach is essential in ensuring deadlines are achieved and our service delivery meets expectations.

We can offer you a supportive team of colleagues, a work/life balance including some remote working and an opportunity to develop your skills in a public sector organisation that values its workforce.

Closing date: 29th September 2024

Interviews: 08th October 2024

We welcome applications for all our jobs in either Welsh or English. An application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Newport City Council is committed to working towards its workforce being more representative of the population that we serve and particularly welcomes applications from people from minority ethnic communities represented (or living) in the city. Selection will be made on ability and skills to undertake the role.