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HR Assistant/Administrator, crawley, west sussex
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Client:
Hays
Location:
crawley, west sussex, United Kingdom
Job Category:
Other
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EU work permit required:
Yes
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Job Views:
3
Posted:
06.06.2025
Expiry Date:
21.07.2025
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Job Description:
Your new company
A growing financial services business in Nottingham city centre is looking for an experienced HR Assistant to report to the HR Manager as they prepare to go into a growth phase. This role is based on site 5 days a week.
Your new role
Support the HR Manager in delivering day-to-day HR operations. This role will involve a wide range of responsibilities, from HR administration to supporting employee relations processes, including disciplinaries, grievances, and recruitment.
* Maintain and update employee records.
* Process changes in employment status for new starters, leavers, and promotions, including contract amendments.
* Assist with the preparation and administration of employee documentation, such as contracts, offer letters, and modifications to terms and conditions.
* Support recruitment by posting job vacancies, reviewing CVs, scheduling interviews, and coordinating the onboarding process. Ensure that all necessary pre-employment checks (references, right to work) are completed and documented.
* Manage recruitment inboxes and communicate with hiring managers to provide timely updates and decisions.
* Assist in the accurate processing of payroll by keeping employee data up to date, including changes to salaries, promotions, and benefits; work closely with the payroll team to address queries and discrepancies related to leavers.
* Help update HR policies and practices, ensuring compliance with UK employment law and internal company policies. Monitor and maintain HR systems and databases to ensure GDPR compliance.
* Provide support in managing HR cases, including disciplinary actions, grievances, and absence management. This includes preparing letters, coordinating meetings, and ensuring adherence to company policies.
* Offer guidance to managers regarding procedural matters related to disciplinary actions and grievances, ensuring fairness and consistency throughout the process.
* Chair and take minutes for key HR meetings, which may include disciplinary meetings, grievance meetings, inductions, exit interviews, return-to-work meetings, and maternity/paternity discussions.
* Assist in generating HR reports on various metrics, such as recruitment, absenteeism, and turnover rates. Support the HR Manager in preparing data for management decision-making.
What you'll need to succeed
* 3+ experience in a generalist HR assistant or HR support role within a fast-paced environment.
* Strong exposure to HR administration, recruitment, and employee relations
* Strong knowledge of HR policies, procedures, and best practices.
* Highly organised with a structured working style.
* Previous experience supporting HR case management, including disciplinary, grievance, and absence management.
* Strong administrative skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
* Experience using HR information systems (HRIS) and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
* Exposure to HR metrics and reporting, with the ability to analyse data and present findings.
* Understanding of UK employment law and HR best practices.
What you'll get in return
* Generous Leave: 25 days of annual leave
* Health Insurance
* Fun Spaces: Games and breakout room.
* Modern Office: near tram/bus stops.
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
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