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Human Resources Assistant (Employee Relations)
Employee Relations and Business Partnering
Location
Egham
Salary
£28,928 per annum - including London Allowance
This is the expected starting salary for this post. Appointment at a higher point may be made for candidates who demonstrate exceptional skills and experience relevant to the role.
Post Type
Full Time
Closing Date
23.59 hours BST on Wednesday 09 July 2025
Reference
1024-309-R2
Right to work: Please note that it will not be possible for the University to issue a Certificate of Sponsorship to the successful candidate for this position. Therefore, the appointable candidate will need to be eligible to work in the UK or have leave to remain in the UK and associated right to work for the duration of their employment with the University, in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.
Full-Time, Permanent
Applications are invited for the post of HR Assistant (Employee Relations) in the Human Resources Department. This is a full-time, permanent role that will support the Employee Relations and Business Partnering team and the Head of Collective Employee Relations. The postholder will provide efficient and high-quality administrative support, ensuring the smooth operation of key HR processes and maintaining confidential and accurate records.
Key Responsibilities
* Arranging and producing agendas and minutes for meetings and ensuring follow-up on actions.
* Supporting investigations and hearings, including note-taking and producing meeting packs.
* Managing responses to complex and sensitive correspondence.
* Assisting in generating employee relations-related data analytics reports.
* Maintaining accurate electronic records and files.
* Interacting with stakeholders at all levels and building positive working relationships.
Key Skills And Experience
* Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to use tact and diplomacy.
* Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage conflicting demands and meet deadlines.
* High level of attention to detail and confidentiality.
* Proficiency in IT and administrative tasks.
* Experience working in a busy HR department, with knowledge of the HE sector being desirable.
In return we offer a highly competitive rewards and benefits package including:
* Generous annual leave entitlement
* Training and Development opportunities
* Pension Scheme with generous employer contribution
* Various schemes including Cycle to Work, Season Ticket Loans and help with the cost of Eyesight testing
* Free parking
The post is based in Egham, Surrey where the University is situated in a beautiful, leafy campus near to Windsor Great Park and within commuting distance from London.
For queries on the application process, please contact the Human Resources Department at: recruitment@rhul.ac.uk
Please quote the reference: 1024-309-R2
Closing Date: 23:59, 9 July 2025
Interview Date: To Be Confirmed
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The university has adopted hybrid working for some roles therefore some remote working may be possible for this role.
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