HR Assistant

Office Angels; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity exists for a dedicated HR Assistant to join an enthusiastic HR Operations Team in Chelmsford. This role involves vital administrative support through the entire employment lifecycle, from onboarding to offboarding. Ideal candidates will have strong HR experience, excellent organisational abilities, and a friendly communication style. Join a supportive company culture with great benefits, including 25 days annual leave and private healthcare. If you're ready to make an impact, we can't wait to hear from you!

Benefits

25 days annual leave (rising to 30 with service)

SIPP/Nest Pension

Private healthcare

Employee assistance programme

Life assurance

Season ticket loan

Critical illness cover

Gym membership

Restaurant discount card

Cycle to work scheme

Retail vouchers

Qualifications

• Strong and demonstrable experience as an HR Assistant.
• A keen eye for detail and a commitment to accuracy.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workloads proactively.
• Resilience in managing deadlines and conflicting priorities.
• A friendly approach to communication, demonstrating integrity and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive administration support for various employee lifecycle processes, including onboarding, promotions, and offboarding.
• Collaborate closely with the talent acquisition team to manage new joiner pipelines and streamline onboarding activities.
• Accurately produce and issue new joiner contracts and offers while addressing any queries from new hires.
• Conduct referencing and vetting processes, ensuring compliance with internal and regulatory standards.
• Set up new joiners in the company's people systems promptly and manage probationary periods effectively.
• Assist with employee processes related to pay and benefits, performance reviews, promotions, and offboarding.
• Maintain strong communication with employees regarding documentation and HR processes.
• Work alongside the Payroll team to ensure accurate processing of new joiners and changes in terms.
• Handle invoices related to HR activities, resolving any queries in collaboration with Finance and HR teams.
• Provide additional support for employee activities as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Communication

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Benefits: 25 days annual leave (rising to 30 with service), SIPP/Nest Pension, private healthcare, employee assistance programme, life assurance, season ticket loan, critical illness cover, gym membership, restaurant discount card, cycle to work scheme, retail vouchers, and a long and rewarding career, plus much more!

Are you a passionate HR professional looking to make a significant impact in a fast-paced environment? My client is on the hunt for a dedicated HR Assistant to join their enthusiastic HR Operations Team! Whether you're looking for part-time or full-time work, my client offers flexibility for the right candidate.

About the Role:

As a HR Assistant, you will be an integral part of the HR Operations team, providing vital administrative support throughout the entire employment lifecycle. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a solid HR administration background to thrive in a supportive and entrepreneurial atmosphere.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive administration support for various employee lifecycle processes, including onboarding, promotions, and offboarding.
• Collaborate closely with the talent acquisition team to manage new joiner pipelines and streamline onboarding activities.
• Accurately produce and issue new joiner contracts and offers while addressing any queries from new hires.
• Conduct referencing and vetting processes, ensuring compliance with internal and regulatory standards.
• Set up new joiners in the company's people systems promptly and manage probationary periods effectively.
• Assist with employee processes related to pay and benefits, performance reviews, promotions, and offboarding.
• Maintain strong communication with employees regarding documentation and HR processes.
• Work alongside the Payroll team to ensure accurate processing of new joiners and changes in terms.
• Handle invoices related to HR activities, resolving any queries in collaboration with Finance and HR teams.
• Provide additional support for employee activities as needed.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• Strong and demonstrable experience as an HR Assistant.
• A keen eye for detail and a commitment to accuracy.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workloads proactively.
• Resilience in managing deadlines and conflicting priorities.
• A friendly approach to communication, demonstrating integrity and confidentiality.

Why Join Them?

This role isn't just a job; it's an opportunity to grow and develop your career in HR while contributing to a thriving business! With their friendly team and supportive environment, you'll feel right at home. Plus, enjoy the perks of working in a location that's just a 15-minute walk from Chelmsford train station, with nearby parking available.

If you're ready to make a difference and grow with them, we can't wait to hear from you!

Office Angels is an employment agency. We are an equal opportunities employer who put 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. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

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.