HR Assistant

Larbey Evans; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading US law firm is seeking a motivated HR Assistant to join their supportive HR team. This role offers a hybrid working model and includes responsibilities across various HR functions, from recruitment to employee relations. Ideal candidates will have prior HR experience, preferably within a law firm, and a CIPD qualification or be working towards it. Generous benefits and a collaborative environment await the right candidate.

Benefits

Gym membership contribution

Neurodiversity support package

Season ticket loan

Qualifications

• Previous experience in HR Administrative or HR Assistant role within a law firm.
• Good working knowledge of HR administration and processes.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate recruitment process and onboard new staff.
• Manage departure process and related administration.
• Prepare HR correspondence and track employee absences.

Skills

HR Administration

Communication

Teamwork

Education

CIPD qualification

Job description

HR Assistant

An exciting career launching role for a HR Assistant looking to develop and grow within a supportive, well-established HR team at a leading US law firm.

• Salary to £35,000
• 09:30-18:00 working hours and hybrid working (4 days office / 1 day remote)
• Generous employee benefits to include gym membership contribution, neurodiversity support package, season ticket loan etc.!
• City / Liverpool Street station location

This will be a hands-on and varied role, working closely with the Director of Administration (DOA), Senior HR Specialist and the Director of Recruiting, supporting across multiple HR functions and employee relations processes and HR related projects.

HR Assistant Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate the recruitment process for new hires, onboard new staff, prepare all offer documentation and induction sessions
• Manage the departure process and all related administration
• Prepare any maternity, paternity, contract change or similar HR correspondence
• Ensure that absences are tracked and monitored along with employee milestones and probationary periods
• Ad hoc support with payroll and benefits administration
• Create good working relations with people at all levels within the firm, flagging any ER issues to the attention of the Senior HR Specialist or DOA
• Work collaboratively as part of a team, for example providing backup reception desk duties when coverage is needed

HR Assistant Skills & Requirements:

• Previous experience working in a HR Administrative or HR Assistant role within a law firm
• CIPD qualification (or working towards it) is preferred
• Good working knowledge of HR administration, processes, and best practice
• Experience of managing end to end tasks that require multiple touch points