HR Project Consultant (3 month FTC)

DeterTech's purpose is giving greater peace of mind to people and communities, every day – and that starts with getting the basics right for our own people. This role exists to bring our HR policies, employment contracts and supporting documentation up to date, consistent and legally sound across all six of the countries we operate in: the UK, Ireland, Germany, the Netherlands, Denmark and Sweden. The HR Consultant will work closely with the Director of People & Culture, local HR contacts and external employment lawyers to review, rewrite and roll out policies, templates and contracts that are clear, warm and easy for managers and colleagues to use – while meeting current statutory requirements in every jurisdiction. The role directly supports the Group's ambition to standardise core People processes globally and to embed the new Group banding framework. ABOUT DETERTECH DeterTech is a security technology company operating across six countries, with principal UK sites in Prestwick and Telford. We predict, deter and detect risk on behalf of the people and communities we serve. Our values – Committed, Inclusive and Ambitious – shape how we work every day: we are accountable and deliver excellence; we collaborate and build trust; and we never stop learning while winning in the right way. This role will be on a hybrid basis – based at Prestwick, Scotland or Telford, England, with occasional travel to DeterTech's other sites (Ireland, Germany, the Netherlands, Denmark and Sweden) as the review programme requires. Key Responsibilities 1. Policy review and update • Audit all existing HR policies across the six countries against current legislation, sector best practice and DeterTech's values and tone of voice. • Rewrite or refresh policies (for example disciplinary, grievance, family leave, flexible working, absence and conduct) so they are clear, consistent and easy for managers and colleagues to follow. • Ensure UK policies reflect the Acas Code of Practice and current Working Time Regulations, and that country-specific policies reflect local equivalents (for example the AGG in Germany). • Build a single, version-controlled policy library with clear ownership, effective dates and a regular review cycle. 2. Supporting documents and templates • Design and produce a consistent set of templates and letters for common People processes – offer letters, probation, disciplinary and grievance correspondence, flexible working requests, parental leave, and change-of-terms letters among others. • Localise templates for each country's statutory wording and requirements, working with local HR contacts and external counsel where needed. • Apply DeterTech's brand standards consistently across all documents, so that everything a colleague or manager receives looks and feels like it comes from one organisation. • Where useful, build supporting guidance (manager toolkits, FAQs, process flowcharts) so documents are used correctly and consistently. 3. Employment contract review and update • Review and update employment contract templates for all six countries, covering permanent, fixed-term and part-time arrangements. • Ensure contracts meet current legal requirements in each jurisdiction (including the UK's written statement of particulars) and reflect the new Group banding framework. • Coordinate sign-off with external employment lawyers in each country before templates are finalised. • Plan and support the process for reissuing or varying contracts for existing employees where changes are required, including clear, reassuring communication to those affected. 4. Multi-country compliance and governance • Track relevant legislative developments across the UK, Ireland, Germany, the Netherlands, Denmark and Sweden, and flag where policies, templates or contracts need to be updated. • Identify where policy or contract changes affecting terms or working practices require works council consultation in Germany, the Netherlands and Denmark, and build the necessary time into the project plan. • Maintain a clear audit trail of document versions, approvals and effective dates to support compliance and any future audit. 5. Stakeholder management and rollout • Work closely with the Director of People & Culture, external legal advisors and local HR contacts to agree priorities and sign off changes. • Plan a practical rollout of new and updated policies, templates and contracts, with clear timelines and communication for managers and colleagues. • Brief the wider People & Culture team on new templates and policies so they can apply them confidently and consistently. Skills, Knowledge & Expertise • Proven HR generalist or employee relations background, with hands-on experience writing and updating HR policies and employment contracts. • Solid working knowledge of UK employment law, with exposure to at least one other jurisdiction relevant to DeterTech (Ireland, Germany, the Netherlands, Denmark or Sweden). • Experience managing a policy or contract update programme at scale, including coordinating input from external legal advisors. • Excellent written English, with the ability to turn legal and technical requirements into documents that are clear, warm and free of jargon. • High attention to detail and comfort with document version control and governance. • A pragmatic, organised approach, able to prioritise across multiple countries and stakeholders. Desirable • CIPD qualification (or equivalent) or a legal/employment law background. • Experience working in a multi-country or matrix organisation. • Familiarity with works council consultation processes in Germany, the Netherlands or Denmark. • Experience producing employee-facing content such as welcome packs, induction materials or manager guides. OUR VALUES Everyone at DeterTech is expected to bring our values to life: • Committed – we are accountable and we deliver excellence. • Inclusive – we collaborate and we build trust. • Ambitious – we never stop learning and we win in the right way. WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM US • Trusted to deliver – you are the expert in what you do, and we'll give you the freedom and support to find the best solutions. • A learning organisation – every project is a chance to build your expertise and capability. • A place where differences are valued – we want you to feel comfortable to speak up, challenge and perform at your best. • Potential for growth – the breadth of DeterTech's operations across six countries brings variety, visibility and opportunities to make a real impact. We are committed to creating an inclusive recruitment process. If you require any reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know and we will be happy to support you .