HR (3 month Temporary Contract)

Office Angels

Poole

On-site

GBP 21,000 - 25,000

Part time

8 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay
Up to 28 days’ annual leave
Dedicated consultant to support your J
First opportunity to see permanent pos
Access to LinkedIn Learning

Job summary

Office Angels in Poole is seeking an experienced HR representative for a temporary contract from October to December. You will be the sole HR contact during this period, handling day-to-day HR administration and supporting managers.

The ideal candidate has experience as an HR Assistant/Administrator, with strong starter/leaver knowledge, contracts and HR documentation. CIPD studying is desirable; immediate start with a thorough handover will be provided.

Qualifications

  • Experience in HR Assistant, HR Administrator, or similar HR support role.
  • Strong knowledge of starter and leaver processes.
  • Experience producing contracts and HR documentation.
  • Excellent organisational and administrative skills.
  • Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities.
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Confident communication with managers.
  • Experience using HR systems and maintaining employee records.
  • CIPD qualification or working towards CIPD.
  • Experience as sole HR contact within a business.
  • Exposure to employee relations administration.
  • Experience working with outsourced HR support or advisory services.

Responsibilities

  • Managing all employee starter and leaver processes.
  • Preparing employment contracts and associated HR documentation.
  • Maintaining employee records and updating the HR system.
  • Coordinating employee training administration.
  • Ensuring all leaver documentation and processes are completed accurately.
  • Acting as the first point of contact for managers with HR-related queries.
  • Liaising with the external HR Advice Line for guidance on employee relations matters and HR best practice.
  • Preparing and issuing HR correspondence and letters following advice received.
  • Supporting managers with attendance, conduct, and general HR administration matters.
  • Maintaining confidentiality and ensuring compliance with company procedures.

Education

CIPD qualification

Job description

HR (3 Month Temporary Contract)

Location: Poole

Salary: £15.50 - £18.00 per hour DOE

Contract: Temporary (October to December)

Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 5:30pm

Start Date: ASAP

The Opportunity

Our client is seeking an experienced HR representative to join their business on a temporary basis to provide cover from October through to late December.

This is an excellent opportunity for a capable HR professional who enjoys a varied generalist role and is confident working independently. You will be the sole dedicated HR representative within the business during this period, managing day-to-day HR administration and supporting managers with employee-related matters.

While you will have autonomy in the role, you'll be supported by a highly experienced Operations Manager and Director, both of whom are extremely HR-savvy, along with access to an external HR advisory service for guidance on more complex issues.

Due to the imminent start date, our client is looking to appoint someone quickly to allow for a full handover before the current HR Representative begins their sabbatical on 1st October.

Key Responsibilities
  • Managing all employee starter and leaver processes.
  • Preparing employment contracts and associated HR documentation.
  • Maintaining employee records and updating the HR system.
  • Coordinating employee training administration.
  • Ensuring all leaver documentation and processes are completed accurately.
  • Acting as the first point of contact for managers with HR-related queries.
  • Liaising with the external HR Advice Line for guidance on employee relations matters and HR best practice.
  • Preparing and issuing HR correspondence and letters following advice received.
  • Supporting managers with attendance, conduct, and general HR administration matters.
  • Maintaining confidentiality and ensuring compliance with company procedures.
About You

We're keen to speak with candidates who have:

  • Previous experience in an HR Assistant, HR Administrator, or similar HR support role.
  • Strong knowledge of starter and leaver processes.
  • Experience producing contracts and HR documentation.
  • Excellent organisational and administrative skills.
  • The ability to work independently and manage competing priorities.
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Confident communication skills and the ability to build relationships with managers.
  • Experience using HR systems and maintaining accurate employee records.
Desirable
  • CIPD qualification or working towards CIPD.
  • Experience working as the sole HR contact within a business.
  • Exposure to employee relations administration.
  • Experience working with outsourced HR support or advisory services.
What's on Offer?
  • Immediate start available.
  • Comprehensive handover period.
  • Friendly and supportive working environment.
  • Opportunity to gain broad generalist HR experience.
Recruitment Process
  • Face-to-face interview with the Head of Rental and Director.
Benefits of becoming an Office Angels Temp
  • Weekly Pay
  • Up to 28 days annual leave
  • Dedicated consultant to support your job search
  • First opportunity to see permanent positions
  • Access to free eyecare vouchers
  • Temp of the Month awards
  • Access to Boost, for online discounts
  • Timesheets can be completed on mobile devices
  • Discount schemes
  • Access to Well-being platforms
  • FREE access to online LinkedIn Learning courses.

We’d love to hear from experienced HR professionals available at short notice looking for an interesting temporary assignment where you can make an immediate impact.

Office Angels is an employment agency and business. We are an equal-opportunities employer who puts expertise, energy and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more. By showcasing talents, skills and unique experiences in an inclusive environment, we help individuals thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

Office Angels acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Office Angels UK is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Office Angels. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.

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