Overview
HR Assistant - York - 12 Month Fixed Term Contract at Portakabin. Based at our Head Office in York.
Responsibilities
* Maintain accurate employee data, ensuring timely entry and verification in HR systems.
* Provide administrative support for key HR processes, including recruitment, onboarding, attendance, contract changes and terminations.
* Prepare employment documents such as offer letters and contracts.
* Support employees and managers with HR system queries, password resets and onboarding assistance.
* Liaise with payroll to ensure pay-related changes are processed accurately and on time.
* Respond to general HR queries promptly, escalating where appropriate.
* Identify and suggest opportunities for continuous process and system improvement.
* Ensure all work complies with HR policies, procedures and data protection requirements.
Benefits & Opportunities
* Contributory pension including life insurance benefit
* A range of dedicated health and wellbeing services
* Cycle to Work Scheme
* Employee Benefits Program (discounts at hundreds of shops, gyms, restaurants and holidays)
* Learning & development opportunities and resources
* Opportunity for career progression
* A chance to give back to your community with an annual volunteering day
Our Ideal Candidate
* Experience in HR administration or a similar administrative role.
* Competent user of Microsoft Office and HR systems.
* Experience of accurate data input and record-keeping.
* Knowledge of HR policies, procedures and processes.
* Good organisational skills with the ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks.
* Excellent attention to detail and accuracy, even under pressure.
Note: We are open to developing candidates who may not meet all criteria; CVs are welcome as Portakabin supports development of staff.
Interview timeline and note: Portakabin reserves the right to close a vacancy earlier if volumes are high.
Job details
* Location: York, YO32 9PT
* Contract type: 12 Months Fixed term Contract
* Salary: Up to £25,000 - £27,000 dependent on skills and experience
* Annual leave: 25 days per annum plus bank holidays, with the option to buy 5 extra days
About Portakabin
Portakabin designs and delivers modular buildings across sectors including manufacturing, education, health, transport, utilities and construction. We are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective colleagues. We interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria.
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