HR Assistant

Office Angels; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in London seeks an HR & Operations Specialist to enhance the employee experience. This role involves supporting HR operations, managing queries, coordinating onboarding, and engaging in culture initiatives. Ideal candidates should have previous HR support experience and a proactive attitude, along with CIPD qualifications. The position is hybrid and offers excellent benefits including annual leave and team socials.

Benefits

25 days annual leave + UK bank holidays

Reduced operations over Christmas

In-house barista and gourmet coffee

Generous maternity and partner leave

3-month paid sabbatical every 5 years

Qualifications

• Experience in a Recruitment Agency or Sales setting is essential.
• Understanding of UK employment law basics.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.

Responsibilities

• Assist managers with everyday HR queries.
• Coordinate essential HR processes including onboarding.
• Support culture and wellbeing initiatives.

Skills

Previous experience in an HR support role

Confident communicator

Highly organised

Proactive attitude

Education

CIPD Level 3 or 5 or working towards it

Tools

HR systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

HR & Operations Specialist
9am - 5:30pm

Hybrid - 4 Days in Office, Wednesdays at Home
Full Time, Permanent

City of London, Near Liverpool Street Station

Are you a passionate HR or Operations professional eager to elevate your career in a dynamic, high-performing environment? Our client is on the lookout for an HR & Operations Specialist to play a pivotal role in enhancing the employee experience as they continue to flourish in London and set sights on expansion.

This hands-on, multifaceted role offers you the chance to collaborate with a vibrant People team and support managers across the organisation. You\'ll be immersed in day-to-day HR operations and people processes, contributing to a culture that values collaboration and ambition. Here\'s your opportunity to learn, grow, and make a tangible impact!

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave + UK bank holidays + reduced operations over Christmas.
• Additional holiday for each year of service (up to 30 days).
• Two annual incentive trips (winter and summer).
• Wellness support + discounted gym membership.
• In-house barista, gourmet coffee, and snacks.
• Generous maternity and partner leave policies.
• 3-month paid sabbatical every 5 years.
• Opportunities for international travel to assist with operations.
• Regular team socials and events.

Duties

• Assist managers with everyday HR queries to help them effectively lead their teams.
• Support employee relations cases (probation, absence, performance) alongside senior HR members.
• Coordinate essential HR processes including onboarding, probation, and performance reviews.
• Maintain accurate people data and assist with insightful reporting.
• Roll out HR policies while ensuring compliance with employment laws.
• Contribute to people-related projects like new frameworks and policy updates.
• Manage regular HR operations like payroll changes and benefits.
• Support culture and wellbeing initiatives - plan team socials and celebrate milestones!
• Coordinate travel and office logistics as needed.

Requirements

• Previous experience in an HR support role - essential.
• Previous experience in a Recruitment Agency or Sales setting - essential.
• Solid understanding of HR processes and UK employment law basics.
• Confident communicator, able to engage with various teams.
• Highly organised, detail-oriented, and adept at managing multiple tasks.
• Proactive attitude and a thirst for learning.
• CIPD Level 3 or 5 or working towards it.
• Proficient with HR systems and Microsoft Office.

Join us and be a part of a journey where your skills can shine, and your career can flourish! Apply now and take the first step toward an enriching career in HR and Operations!

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.