HR Assistant

Gerrard White; Eastbourne; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A reputable law firm in Eastbourne is seeking a part-time HR Assistant to support recruitment, maintain employee records, and provide HR advice. The ideal candidate will have experience in HR, strong organizational skills, and a CIPD qualification. This role offers flexibility while working within a respected legal environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in an HR Assistant role is desirable.
• Completion of CIPD qualification if no law firm experience.
• Professional and discreet handling of confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Support recruitment and onboarding processes for staff.
• Maintain employee records and ensure compliance with GDPR.
• Coordinate staff training and wellbeing initiatives.
• Act as the first point of contact for HR queries.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Confidentiality

IT proficiency

Education

CIPD qualification (Level 3 minimum)

Tools

HR databases

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

HR Assistant (PART-TIME). Our client, a reputable law firm, is seeking a dedicated and professional HR Assistant to join the team. This is a part-time role (3 days per week) and will be based in Eastbourne. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in supporting the legal and support teams with a wide range of HR responsibilities. It is an excellent opportunity for a professional who is looking to develop their HR career within a supportive and reputable legal environment. The salary listed for this job is a full-time equivalent, and will be pro-rata'd for the 3 days per week.

Responsibilities

• Support the recruitment and onboarding process for legal and support staff, including drafting contracts, offer letters, and carrying out pre-employment checks.
• Maintain and update employee records and HR systems, ensuring compliance with GDPR and regulatory requirements.
• Assist with performance reviews, training records, and professional development programmes.
• Provide first-line advice on HR policies, procedures, absence management, and employee relations, escalating where necessary.
• Support payroll and benefits administration, ensuring accuracy of staff data.
• Assist with compliance checks such as right-to-work, DBS and reference checks.
• Coordinate staff training, CPD, wellbeing and diversity initiatives.
• Act as the first point of contact for day-to-day HR queries, delivering a professional and confidential service.

Requirements

• Previous experience in a HR Assistant role; prior experience within a law firm or professional services is desirable but not essential.
• If you do not have law firm experience, you must have completed your CIPD qualification (Level 3 minimum).
• Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.
• A confident communicator with the ability to work with staff at all levels.
• Professional, discreet, and able to handle confidential information appropriately.
• Proficiency in IT systems, including HR databases and Microsoft Office.

This role is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated HR Assistant who is looking for flexibility with part-time hours while gaining exposure in a respected law firm environment. If you are a proactive and professional HR Assistant seeking your next role in Eastbourne, we'd love to hear from you.

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