HR Assistant

Job Market - HR / Human Resources

HR Assistant - About the role

You will provide administrative and operational support to the Human Resources team ensuring smooth HR processes, maintaining accurate employee records, and delivering a positive employee experience. The ideal candidate will be highly organised, detail-oriented, and capable of handling confidential information with discretion.

HR Assistant - Key duties

HR Administration

Maintain and update employee records, ensuring accuracy and compliance with data protection regulations

Prepare HR documents, including contracts, offer letters, and policy updates

Support onboarding and offboarding processes

Manage HR systems and databases

Recruitment Support

Assist with job postings and candidate sourcing

Coordinate interviews and communicate with candidates

Prepare recruitment documentation and onboarding packs

Employee Relations

Act as a first point of contact for HR-related queries

Support the HR team in handling employee issues and investigations

Help promote employee engagement initiatives

Payroll & Benefits

Maintain records of employee benefits and leave

Support administration of pensions and other benefits

Compliance & Policies

Ensure HR practices comply with employment laws and company policies

Assist in updating and implementing HR policies and procedures

Support audits and compliance checks

HR Assistant - Key requirements

Previous administrative experience (HR experience desirable) in a generalist role - ideally CIPD Level 3 qualified

Strong organisational and time-management skills

Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)

Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Knowledge of UK employment law would be beneficial