Job Description
We’re looking for an organised and proactive HR Assistant to provide high-quality administrative support across the employee lifecycle and day-to-day HR operations. The role reports to HR Manager. Part-time HR Assistant (22.5 hours over 3 days per week)
Key responsibilities
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Support employee lifecycle administration (starters, changes and leavers), maintaining accurate records in the HR system.
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Prepare and issue HR documentation using approved templates (e.g., offer letters, contracts and starter documentation), under supervision as appropriate.
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Coordinate onboarding logistics including IT access requests, induction schedules and welcome packs.
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Provide recruitment administration support, including posting vacancies, scheduling interviews, candidate communication and coordinating pre-employment checks.
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Support HR reporting, trackers and audits (e.g., headcount, starters/leavers), ensuring GDPR-compliant handling and filing of employee data.
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Act as a first point of contact for routine HR queries, escalating complex or sensitive matters to the HR Manager.
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Provide recruitment administration support, including posting vacancies, scheduling interviews and coordinating pre-employment checks.
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Maintain accurate HR system records and support GDPR-compliant filing and data handling.
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Produce and maintain HR trackers and standard reports (e.g., headcount, starters/leavers) and support audit activity when required.
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Act as a first point of contact for routine HR queries and support HR meetings and internal communications.
Requirements
Essential
Previous experience in an administrative or HR support role
Strong organizational skills with high attention to detail
Experience handling confidential information appropriately
Good written and verbal communication skills
Competent user of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams)
Basic understanding of HR processes and the employee lifecycle
Desirable
CIPD Level 3 qualification or working towards
Experience using an HR Information System (e.g. PeopleHR)
Experience supporting recruitment administration
Experience working in a professional services or regulated environment