HR & Compliance Officer

Mothers' Union is a global Christian movement working with people of all faiths and none to develop communities, strengthen families and advocate for change. Our members are active in 83 countries and work tirelessly to serve their communities to build a future where everyone thrives.

Founded in 1876, Mothers’ Union is a women-led volunteer movement, with a membership of 4 million people around the world, 36,000 of whom live in the UK and Ireland. Based on Christian fellowship, members express their faith through action in their local communities, aiming to create a world where every individual can reach their full potential, by stopping poverty, injustice and violence.

The movement is supported by a central staff team of some 27, based in Westminster, London

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

• Managing and supporting recruitment related activities and other HR processes, including onboarding
• Ongoing maintenance of HR records, policies and procedures
• Making best use of Croner HR services under existing contract
• Lead contact for external IT services provider for provision of laptops and set up for new starters
• Provision of basic HR training and updates to line managers
• Administration of annual performance management and salary uplift process
• Monitoring and assessment of staff development and training needs in conjunction with department heads
• Creation of draft payroll data for onward provision to payroll bureau, and update of data for pensions provider
• Administration of ongoing Health and safety compliance in conjunction with Croner

Person Specification

Essential

• CIPD Level 5 
• At least 3 years professional experience in generalist HR roles
• Successful track record of delivery
• Strong interpersonal skills, adept at working with people at all levels in a range of organisations
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• All Microsoft Office programs
• Ability to work autonomously

Desirable

• Experience of BrightHR or other comparable products
• 3rd sector experience

Benefits

• 25 days of annual leave (full time) plus up to 4 days of leave (full time) given at the discretion of Mothers’ Union.
• Employer pension contribution of 6.5%.
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay.
• Two volunteering days per calendar year.
• One away day per calendar year.
• Enhanced sick pay.
• Bereavement leave & Compassionate leave
• Season ticket loan.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Employee assistance programme.
• Eye care voucher and an allowance towards glasses.

Work Location/Hybrid Working Pattern:

This role will be based at our Head Office in central London. Mothers’ Union operates a hybrid working model. Staff are required to work an aggregate minimum of 90 days per calendar year (pro rata for part timers) at our Head Office, Mary Sumner House in central London. Tuesdays are our anchor days where every staff member is expected to be at the office. The 90 days includes anchor Tuesdays. In addition, Thursday is a core working day where part time staff are expected to work, either at home or from the office as needed.

How to Apply

If you are interested in this position, please apply by sending your CV and a Cover Letter via Charity Jobs. The Cover Letter should clearly outline how your skills match the main responsibilities of the role. Please note – only applications with a cover letter, alongside a CV, will be considered.

Application Deadline

The deadline for applications is 10 August 2025 at 5:00 pm. Due to the number of applications we may receive, we will not be able to individually respond to each applicant. Kindly note, we will only be getting in touch with the applicants shortlisted for an interview. We aim to get in touch with the shortlisted candidates after the application deadline. We will be conducting interviews for suitable candidates as we go along and may fill the role before the closing date.

Equal Opportunity

Mothers’ Union is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to create an inclusive environment for all employees.