About us
At Vorenta, we work at the heart of the UK Agrifood sector through HallMark Veterinary and Compliance Services and MLC. Our work supports food safety, animal health and public trust, partnering with organisations such as Defra, APHA and the FSA. What we do matters, and so does the way we do it.
We are looking for an experienced HR Assistant to occupy this role that sits at the core of our small generalist HR Team.
You will join a supportive and close-knit team where Collaboration, Openness, Integrity and Quality are not just statements. They guide how we work, how we treat one another and the standard we hold ourselves to every day.
The role
You will be a key part of the HR team, acting as a first point of contact for managers, employees and prospective employees while ensuring the detail behind the scenes is managed accurately and professionally.
Our team operates by each of us having our own key focus areas, either a specific part of the employment lifecycle or a particular customer group, and in addition carrying out work that cuts through those demarcations and contributes to the wider team. This role is no different insofar as it comes with its core HR responsibilities and an overarching responsibility to collaborate across the HR team.
The HR Assistant is by and large a generalist role covering the full employee life cycle via a combination of first line HR advisory work and HR process and administrative excellence. As you would expect of a role like this, it comes with the expectation that you will have regular contact with our managers, employees and prospective employees whether via email, phone or occasionally in-person.
Workload will naturally increase for the whole team during peak recruitment periods, at certain stages of the annual cycle, and when Employee Relations cases are more active, so you will need to be someone who can flex, prioritise effectively and remain calm when things become more demanding.
Your work could see you managing monthly reporting and data handling, managing sickness and absence, dealing with family leaves, and supporting with the coordination of hiring activity. This will involve liaising with external partners and interview candidates, managing various bookings, preparing materials and ensuring everything runs smoothly and accurately.
Your responsibilities will include:
* Providing first line HR support and guidance to managers and employees
* Preparing contracts, letters and documentation with a high level of accuracy
* Managing onboarding processes, right to work checks and compliance administration
* Maintaining HR systems and personnel records to an excellent standard
* Supporting payroll processes and benefits administration
* Taking notes and supporting Employee Relations meetings
* Supporting the recruitment team with careers fairs and event bookings
* Assisting with HR projects and occasionally supporting wider business initiatives
* Supporting the wider team with general administration when priorities shift
About you
You may already be working in an HR Assistant, HR Advisor or HR Generalist role within a fast-paced environment. You'll also be highly organised, with a genuine interest in a professional HR career.
You will bring:
* Experience in a transactional HR or busy HR administrative role
* Confidence using HR, recruitment and training systems such as BambooHR, AbsorbLMS or similar platforms
* A strong understanding of digital documentation processes, including electronic signatures and secure record management
* A positive attitude towards digital ways of working and the confidence to learn new systems quickly
* Excellent time management skills and the ability to juggle multiple priorities
* Strong written and verbal communication skills, comfortable liaising with managers, employees and external partners
* The ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and professionalism
* Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to high quality work
* A proactive mindset and the confidence to use your initiative
* A working knowledge of employment legislation, or a clear desire to develop this
* Strong IT capability, particularly in Excel and Word
A CIPD Level 3 qualification or working towards it would be welcomed, but what matters most is your professionalism, reliability and commitment to your HR career.
What we offer
* Competitive salary
* Hybrid working with one day per week from home Standard working hours of 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday
* Pension scheme after three months
* Simply Health plan and Access to Perkbox after successful probation
* Free onsite parking
* A friendly, close knit and supportive team with regular team lunches and outings
We are based in the Gloucestershire countryside, surrounded by beautiful walks which are perfect for a lunchtime stroll. The office is also within easy walking distance of shops, coffee spots and a range of food options, so there is plenty of choice when you want to step away from your desk.
If you are serious about your career, highly organised and want to be part of a team that genuinely values collaboration, openness, integrity and quality, we would love to hear from you.
Apply now and take the next step in your HR career with Vorenta
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Location
Berkeley, Gloucestershire
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Department
Head Office
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Employment Type
Full-Time
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Minimum Experience
Mid-level
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Compensation
Up to £30,000 per annum
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