We are delighted to be partnering with a respected organisation to recruit a HR Assistant on a fixed‑term or temporary contract of up to two years.
This is a full‑time role based in Exeter, offering a hybrid working arrangement (3 days per week working from home) and a competitive salary of £29,064–£31,022 per annum.
Duties will include (but are not limited to)
* Providing firstline HR advice, guidance and routine HR administration
* Supporting improvements to SLAs and help develop HR policies, procedures and learning initiatives
* Assisting HR Business Partners by managing low‑level employee relations cases and maintaining accurate records
* Helping design and improve HR systems and processes, including recruitment, DBS, work permits and absence management
* Supporting the production of HR reports, metrics and organisational data
* Contributing to audits by reviewing and updating HR records to ensure compliance
* Taking part in ongoing development to maintain up‑to‑date HR knowledge and improve service delivery
Experience required
* CIPD Level 3 with 2 years’ relevant HR experience, or A‑Levels/equivalent with 3 years’ relevant HR experience
* Experience working within an HR function in a unionised environment
* Strong understanding of Employment Law and its practical application
* Excellent customer service and communication skills
* High level of proficiency in Microsoft Office and general IT systems
* Broad HR administration experience across recruitment, employee relations, learning & development and absence management
Benefits
* 3 days home working
* Generous annual leave entitlement (with additional days for long service)
* Hybrid working options to support work‑life balance
* Employee Assistance Programme offering confidential wellbeing and mental health support
* Inclusive and supportive workplace culture, with strong equality and diversity commitments
* Professional development opportunities, including training and CPD support
* Flexible working arrangements where possible
Working hours
* 37.5 hours per week
* Monday – Friday, 9am-5pm
Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role.
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