Job Description:
SAFC is seeking a dedicated and proactive People Officer to join our dynamic team. In this essential role, you will lead the design, delivery, and evaluation of innovative learning and development programmes that support the club’s strategic goals. You will identify individual, team, and organisational development needs through performance reviews, talent assessments, and strategic planning, working in partnership with external providers to facilitate leadership, management, and technical training sessions. By promoting a culture of continuous professional development, you will ensure our staff are equipped with the skills they need to succeed. Furthermore, you will support managers and leaders through coaching, mentoring, and tailored development initiatives, helping to develop effective management capabilities and build a resilient leadership pipeline. Your expertise will also be vital in contributing to recruitment strategies, building talent pipelines, and enhancing our employer brand to attract top talent. You will serve as a key point of contact for employee relations, offering guidance on dispute resolution, managing exit processes, and conducting exit interviews to support organisational improvement. With a focus on HR operations and compliance, you will maintain accurate HR records, ensure adherence to legal standards, and assist in the development of HR policies. In addition, you will support performance and talent management initiatives by helping to implement review cycles, identify high-potential employees, and support their development pathways.