Overview
HR Assistant – Location: Yeovil, Somerset • Pay Rate: £15.11 P/H • Hours: Monday to Friday, full-time hours • Contract: Temporary ongoing
We are currently recruiting for a proactive and organised HR Assistant to join a busy and supportive People team based in Yeovil. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with previous HR or recruitment administration experience who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and delivering excellent customer service.
The successful candidate will support a wide range of HR and recruitment activities, ensuring an efficient and professional service is provided across the business.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage the POD Helpdesk and HR inboxes, responding to first-line HR policy and procedure queries in a timely manner.
* Process contractual changes, including obtaining approvals, issuing documentation, and updating HR systems.
* Work closely with Payroll to ensure all new starters, changes, and leavers are processed accurately and efficiently.
* Produce basic HR reports for internal stakeholders.
* Provide support during projects, restructures, consultations, and peak workload periods.
* Support or lead HR projects focused on continuous improvement and business change.
* Support onboarding by liaising with hiring managers and helping resolve any onboarding obstacles.
* Manage compliance checks including Occupational Health, DBS, Right to Work, driving licence and insurance checks.
Requirements
* CIPD qualified, working towards or have equivalent experience.
* Previous HR or recruitment administration experience.
* Ability to work under pressure and manage a varied workload effectively.
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
* Ability to work independently and make appropriate decisions.
* Understanding of HR policies and procedures.
* Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office and HR systems.
* Understanding of GDPR and data protection principles.
If you are an organised HR professional looking for your next temporary opportunity within a friendly and fast-paced environment, we would love to hear from you.
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