CX - HR Assistant - REQ04587 - 433232

Scottish Government; Motherwell; Hybrid; GBP 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional government agency in Motherwell seeks an HR Business Partner to provide comprehensive HR support. The ideal candidate will coordinate HR inquiries, develop procedures, and manage HR data. Flexibility and proficiency in Microsoft Office are required. Benefits include 27 days annual leave and extensive learning opportunities, with a hybrid work model prominent in this organization.

Benefits

27 days annual leave

Health and wellbeing support

Financial benefits

Family support

Learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Relevant experience in a clerical/administrative role.
• Knowledge of HR policies and procedures is desirable.
• Certificate in Personnel Practice qualification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive HR support service to senior staff.
• Coordinate HR information requests and inquiries.
• Develop and maintain HR management information systems.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Flexibility

Education

SVQ3/HNC in administration or equivalent

Job description

Location: Civic Centre, Windmillhill Street, ML1 1AB

Salary: £29,180 - £31,737 per year

Contract Type: Permanent

Position Type: Full Time

Hours: 35 hours per week

Work From Home: Hybrid

INTERNAL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY VIA MYSELF

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our People Resources HR Business Partner team. With over 13,000 employees, you will need to have the hunger, determination, and passion to succeed in a challenging but thriving environment.

As a key member of our team, you will provide a comprehensive HR support service to the senior staff within the HR Business Partnership Team. You will be responsible for coordinating all HR information requests and enquiries submitted to the business partnership team mailbox, assisting with responses, and preparing correspondence and documentation. Your role will involve developing and maintaining HR management information systems and procedures, liaising with the Employee Service Centre regarding pay and conditions queries, and providing advice and guidance on HR processes and procedures.

You will assist in developing and updating HR procedures and guidance to ensure compliance with the Data Protection Act and legislative changes, and in the preparation and collation of HR statistical data for management reports and statutory returns.

Educated to SVQ3/HNC in administration or equivalent, with relevant experience in a clerical/administrative role, is essential. You will have excellent communication skills, both telephone and written, and the ability to provide clear and concise information. Good organisational skills, the ability to prioritise, meet deadlines, and attention to detail are required. Flexibility, adaptability, teamwork, initiative, numeracy, and proficiency in Microsoft Office are also important. Maintaining confidentiality and relating well to staff and the public are essential.

Knowledge of HR policies, procedures, processes, and operational HR systems is desirable, as is the Certificate in Personnel Practice qualification.

You may be required to travel throughout North Lanarkshire Council's area.

You will join a dynamic and flexible team within People Resources, operating a hybrid model of home and office-based work in Motherwell.

For further information, contact Adrienne Henry, HR Business Partnership Manager, at 07939 284602.

Working here at North Lanarkshire Council

If you’re considering a career with us, you'll enjoy benefits including 27 days annual leave, 6 public holidays, health and wellbeing support, financial benefits, and family support. We offer extensive learning and development opportunities through our Learning Academy, LearnNL.

*Casual/sessional roles only: You will receive 12.1% of your hourly rate for every hour worked, as compensation for annual leave and public holidays, paid separately on your payslip. Payment is only for hours worked.

We are a Disability Confident Leader and offer guaranteed interviews to disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria. We support service personnel, veterans, and their families through the Armed Forces Community Covenant, offering guaranteed interviews for eligible candidates. We are committed to #KeepingThePromise, providing guaranteed interviews for care-experienced individuals who meet the criteria.

The Plan for North Lanarkshire aims to make it the place to live, learn, work, invest, and visit. We recognize work's importance to wellbeing and our community's development. Our commitment to Fair Work emphasizes effective voice, fulfilment, opportunity, respect, and security, fostering creativity, potential, and productivity.

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