HR Assistant – Temporary Job

Are you an enterprising and proactive HR Assistant? We’re proud to be recruiting for a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established company with an enviable reputation in their field, who pride themselves on delighting business customers all over the world with industry-leading research and testing solutions.

Reporting to the Head of HR, the successful applicant will provide valuable HR administrative support to the HR and Facilities Teams.

This is a temporary role with an anticipated duration of approximately 6 weeks. Please note, due to urgent business requirements, applicants must be available immediately.

As HR Assistant, you will have the following duties and responsibilities:

• Providing administrative support associated with the entire employee cycle
• Supporting the recruitment process by liaising with applicants and agencies, preparing adverts, shortlisting candidates and arranging and confirming interviews
• Ensuring that the relevant onboarding and induction processes are delivered for new employees
• Updating and maintaining accurate employee records
• Monitoring sickness and absence, preparing HR reports where required
• Liaising with L&D providers to coordinate training courses and ensure relevant employees are invited to attend.
• Assisting with HR projects

We’re looking for an HR Assistant with the following skills and experience:

• Extensive previous experience as an HR Administrator or HR Assistant carrying out a variety of duties
• CIPD qualified (or studying towards qualification)
• Demonstrates a passion for HR and a commitment to staying informed of HR news and legislation
• Able to produce prompt and thorough paperwork with excellent attention to detail
• High degree of IT proficiency; confident in the use of MS Office
• Well organised individual
• Confidently communicates with colleagues in a professional, helpful and approachable manner, both verbally and in writing
• Enjoys working at pace in a busy setting, using initiative where required
• Understands the importance of diplomacy and confidentiality, with a good knowledge of GDPR

Hours of work:

• Full-time, Monday to Friday – 9.00am – 5.30pm (some flexibility available based around core hours)
• Office-based

Salary and benefits:

• £13.00 per hour
• Free parking
• Bright, modern offices