Location: Antrim 

Duration: Temporary 

Salary: £20.66 per hour

Hours: 37 hours per week

Working Pattern: Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pm

Application Deadline: 5:00pm on Friday 31st July 2026

Apple Recruitment are recruiting on behalf of our public sector client for an Organisation Development Officer to join their Organisation Development team based at Antrim Civic Centre.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the development and implementation of organisation development interventions and improvement initiatives.
• Review organisational structures, processes and systems to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Work with stakeholders to review competency frameworks and support workforce planning initiatives.
• Assist in developing recruitment branding, employee value propositions and promotional materials.
• Support the delivery of change management, organisational development and performance improvement projects.
• Develop and implement Elected Member development strategies, training programmes and learning resources.
• Coordinate learning and development programmes, leadership development initiatives and employee training.
• Identify training needs and assist in sourcing, delivering and evaluating learning interventions.
• Maintain accurate employee training records and produce management reports as required.
• Support talent management, succession planning and workforce development initiatives.
• Assist in delivering employee engagement and wellbeing programmes, staff surveys and engagement events.
• Coordinate internal communications, employee recognition initiatives and corporate events.
• Prepare reports, committee papers and other documentation as required.
• Ensure compliance with procurement procedures, organisational policies and relevant governance requirements.

Essential Criteria

Applicants must have:

• A relevant Level 4 qualification (or above) in a business-related subject.
• Membership of the Chartered Institute of Personnel Development (CIPD) at Associate, Chartered or Fellow level.

OR

Applicants without the above qualifications may be considered if they can demonstrate a minimum of 4 years’ relevant Organisation Development experience and are willing to work towards achieving the CIPD qualification as part of their continuing professional development.

Applicants must also demonstrate:

• At least 2 years’ experience in an Organisation Development role, including:
  • Designing and delivering employee engagement and wellbeing initiatives.
  • Using learning and development methodologies, including eLearning and innovative learning practices.
  • Improving internal communications across an organisation.
  • Researching information and producing reports with recommendations.
• Strong IT and analytical skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to prioritise work and meet strict deadlines.
• Good working knowledge of Human Resources and Organisation Development.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• A full current driving licence or access to suitable transport to fulfil the duties of the role.

How to Apply

If you wish to apply or would like more information, please email your CV to Caroline at caroline.parker@applerecruitment.com

Please ensure your CV is accurate and up to date, including your full employment history, qualifications and current contact details.

Apple Recruitment Services is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Apple Recruitment Services is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

Location: Antrim

Duration: Temporary (up to 18 months)

Salary: £16.90 per hour

Hours: 37 hours per week

Working Pattern: Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pm

Closing date for CV submission: 12:00 noon on Friday 24th July 2026.

Apple Recruitment are recruiting on behalf of our public sector client for a Human Resources Advisor based in Antrim.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced HR professional to join a busy Human Resources team, providing high-quality advice and support across a wide range of HR functions including recruitment, employee relations, attendance management and HR administration.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide first-line HR advice and guidance to applicants, employees and managers.
• Represent the HR team at departmental operational meetings and support managers with HR-related activities.
• Support recruitment campaigns by preparing job advertisements, job descriptions and recruitment documentation.
• Participate in shortlisting and interview panels, ensuring recruitment processes comply with Equal Opportunities and Fair Employment legislation.
• Prepare job offers, contracts of employment and complete pre-employment checks.
• Attend sickness absence review meetings and prepare Occupational Health referrals.
• Support disciplinary, grievance and harassment investigations, including preparing documentation and taking meeting notes.
• Produce payroll notifications and maintain accurate HR records using the HR Information System.
• Manage HR email inboxes and respond to employee enquiries.
• Produce reports, process invoices and maintain accurate HR records in line with Data Protection legislation.
• Conduct exit interviews and provide advice on terms and conditions of employment.
• Support HR projects and continuous service improvement initiatives.

Essential Criteria

Applicants must have:

• CIPD Level 3 qualification, or be willing to work towards achieving it.
  • Applicants without the qualification will be considered if they can demonstrate a minimum of 4 years’ relevant HR experience.
• At least 2 years’ HR experience (or 4 years where CIPD Level 3 is not held) in:
  • Providing first-line HR advice and support.
  • Recruitment and selection processes.
  • Producing accurate letters, reports and HR documentation.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workloads and work independently.
• Strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
• Good working knowledge of computerised office systems.
• A full current driving licence, or access to suitable transport to fulfil the duties of the role.

Desirable Criteria

• CIPD Level 5 qualification.
• Experience using an HR Information System.
• Experience managing employee attendance.
• Knowledge of current employment legislation and HR best practice.

How to Apply

If you wish to apply or would like more information, please email your CV to Caroline at caroline.parker@applerecruitment.com.

Please ensure your CV is accurate and up to date, including your full employment history, qualifications and current contact details.

If this role isn’t quite right for you but you’re looking for a new opportunity, we would still welcome your enquiry.

Apple Recruitment Services is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Apple Recruitment Services is an Equal Opportunities Employer.