We are looking for a proactive and organised HR Assistant to join our HR team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a career in Human Resources, offering exposure to a wide range of HR activities across the full employee lifecycle.

You will play a key role in delivering an efficient and professional HR administration service, providing support to managers and employees across the Group.

The role is full time based at our head office in High Wycombe. Working hours are 08.30 – 17.00 Monday to Friday (37.5 hours per week).

Key Responsibilities Include:

Recruitment & Onboarding

• Deliver a responsive and efficient recruitment administration service
• Work closely with hiring managers to understand hiring needs and role requirements
• Manage job postings via the company’s recruitment platform
• Coordinate with recruitment agencies
• Screen applications and support shortlisting processes
• Prepare offer letters and onboarding documentation
• Carry out pre-employment checks (e.g. right to work, references)
• Support the delivery of inductions for new starters

HR Systems & Employee Records

• Maintain accurate HR system records (e.g., leave, sickness, starters, leavers)
• Produce absence reports and HR data insights
• Maintain employee files and ensure compliance with data retention policies
• Support ongoing improvements to HR systems

General HR Administration

• Prepare HR correspondence and contractual documentation
• Manage the HR inbox and respond to queries promptly
• Administer probationary processes and escalate issues where necessary
• Support employee benefits administration (e.g., pensions, healthcare)
• Assist with payroll administration and reporting
• Manage leaver processes and employment references
• Maintain HR documentation, templates, and job description library
• Support audits, compliance processes, and tender submissions
• Assist with performance reviews

About You

• Strong interest in developing a career in HR
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Professional, discreet, and able to maintain confidentiality
• Proactive, positive, and solution-focused mindset
• Confident working with Microsoft Office
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships at all levels
• Calm and effective under pressure
• GCSE (or equivalent) in English and Maths (Grade A–C / Level 4 or above)
• Interest in working towards a CIPD qualification (desirable)