HR Assistant
£24,242.40 per annum
Permanent | Full Time (37 hours per week)
Role
We're growing at BPHa and expanding our People team to support our ambitious plans. We're looking for an HR Assistant to join our operational HR team in a role that blends HR support with essential administration. This is a hybrid position, giving you flexibility while staying connected with the team. As an HR Assistant, you'll play a key role in keeping our HR operations running smoothly and you'll be involved in a variety of tasks, such as:
Responsibilities
* Supporting onboarding and the full employee lifecycle
* Responding to first‑line HR queries from colleagues and managers
* Maintaining accurate employee records and HR systems
* Preparing contracts, letters, and other HR documentation
* Assisting with payroll and benefits administration
* Helping with recruitment administration, including scheduling interviews and preparing offers
* Coordinating training sessions and keeping learning records up to date
* Contributing to HR projects and initiatives
* Monitoring absence, supporting return‑to‑work processes, and ensuring compliance with GDPR and DBS checks
About You
You’ll bring experience from a similar role and be confident working in a fast‑paced, customer‑focused environment. Strong communication skills, excellent organisation, and attention to detail are essential. You'll be Level 3 CIPD qualified, or willing to work towards this, comfortable using Microsoft Office and HR systems, and you’ll have a proactive approach to problem‑solving.
What We Offer
In return, you'll enjoy flexibility working between home and our Bedford office, a competitive salary of £24,242.40, and a fantastic benefits package including:
* 28 days holiday plus bank holidays
* Generous contributory pension scheme
* Private health care and life assurance
* Wellbeing tools and retail discounts
The successful candidate will need to complete a basic DBS application. Interviews will be held throughout the recruitment campaign, so apply early to avoid disappointment.
Location: Bedford, England, United Kingdom
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