People Services Specialist

Canal & River Trust

. Deliver high-quality, efficient People services across the full colleague lifecycle .

Posted 10/14/2026full-timeRemote • United KingdomMid-LevelSenior💰 £31,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in People services, including recruitment, onboarding, and offboarding processes, while ensuring compliance with employment legislation and data management. Proficient in data analysis and reporting, with a strong focus on continuous improvement and organizational effectiveness.

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People Services ManagementEmployment Legislation ComplianceData Analysis and ReportingHR Systems ProficiencyPayroll Process Support

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Hard Skills

Data AnalysisExcelPayroll ProcessesHR SystemsReport GenerationData ManagementCompliance ChecksRight to Work ChecksDBS ChecksProcess Improvement

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsDecision-Making

Tools & Technologies

DayforceReporting ToolsThird-Party Platforms

Industry Keywords

People LifecycleGDPRTrust ValuesDiversity and Inclusion

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Deliver high-quality, efficient People services across the full colleague lifecycle
Maintain accurate and compliant People data across systems, including Dayforce
Act as a trusted point of contact for colleagues and managers, resolving complex queries within defined SLAs
Support recruitment, onboarding and offboarding processes
Ensure compliance with employment legislation, GDPR and internal People policies
Complete Right to Work and DBS checks
Administer third-party platforms, including colleague benefits
Produce and interpret People data and metrics to identify trends and support decision-making
Support payroll processes through accurate data collation and verification of changes
Contribute to continuous improvement through People projects, systems and process enhancements
Display Trust values and behaviours, integrating diversity and inclusion into Trust life

Requirements

What you’ll need

Significant experience within a People/HR function (typically 3+ years)
Strong knowledge of employment legislation and payroll processes, including associated calculations
Advanced Excel and strong numerical/data analysis skills
Experience using HR systems such as Dayforce and reporting tools
Ability to produce and interpret reports to identify trends and insights
Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and advise
Ability to work independently and make decisions within defined parameters
Experience managing multiple priorities and meeting deadlines
High level of discretion when handling confidential information

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible working options
Competitive pension scheme
Increasing holiday entitlement
Employee benefits
Private medical insurance
Cycle to work scheme
Reward schemes
Opportunities for progression