HR Assistant

Recorra Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading circular economy company in London is seeking an HR Assistant to support the People team. The role involves managing HR administration, recruitment support, payroll, and employee well-being initiatives. Candidates should have CIPD Level 3 or be in pursuit of it, along with HR admin experience. Join a dynamic team committed to sustainability and make a real contribution to our mission.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

22 days' annual leave plus bank holidays

Employee pension scheme

Travel season ticket loan

Cycle to work scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Health Cash Plan

Charity volunteering opportunities

Free breakfast

Monthly massages

Dog friendly office

Qualifications

• CIPD Level 3 or equivalent, qualified, studying, or planning to start.
• Previous HR admin experience in-house or shared service.
• Meticulous attention to detail and confident with MS Office and HR systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage HR administration including contracts, letters, and GDPR compliance.
• Support recruitment process from advert creation to onboarding.
• Handle payroll inputs and benefits administration.
• Organize learning logistics and feedback collection.
• Maintain a positive work environment through events and initiatives.
• Maintain HRIS and trackers and produce standard reports.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Service orientation

Confidence with MS Office

Experience with HR systems

Education

CIPD Level 3 (or equivalent)

Job description

Job Title:

HR Assistant

Location:

London, Lant St SE1 1 RB

Salary:

£30,000 FTE

Job Type:

Permanent, full-time (we're also considering part-time applicants)

Working Hours:

Monday - Friday 37.5h/w

The Company:

Recorra is a leading circular economy company, providing services for recycling, data destruction and office supplies in London and the South East. We are born environmentalists, formed by Friends of the Earth in 1988 and now operating as an independent commercial organisation.

We are an ethical and fast-growing company with a team of exceptional people and are looking for someone to join us during an exciting period of change and growth. The role provides the opportunity for you to use your skills to make a difference within a friendly, dynamic and forward-thinking company. The culture is energetic, and there will be many opportunities for you to make a substantial contribution to the business.

The Role:

As our HR Administrator, you’ll be the backbone of our People team, keeping everything running smoothly and ensuring a great experience for candidates and employees alike. From contracts and onboarding to payroll inputs and wellbeing events, you’ll have a hand in it all.

But this isn’t just HR – it’s HR with purpose. Every detail you manage helps power a company committed to sustainability and the circular economy. You’ll play a key role in supporting the people who make a real difference for the environment every day.

Responsibilities:

• HR administration: Contracts, letters, references, right-to-work checks, GDPR compliance, employee file management
• Recruitment Support: Adverts, interview scheduling, candidate communications, onboarding packs
• Payroll & Benefits: Payroll inputs, managing starters/leavers and liaise with Finance. Benefits administration and management
• Learning & Development: Organise learning logistics, bookings, materials, attendance, feedback collation
• Well-being: Maintain a positive work environment, organise events and DEI initiatives
• Maintain HRIS & trackers: ER, Talent Acquisition, policies, reviews and produce standard reports and meeting packs

About you:

• CIPD Level 3 (or equivalent)—whether you’re qualified, currently studying, or planning to start
• Previous HR admin experience (in-house or shared service)
• Meticulous attention to detail and confident with MS Office and HR systems
• Organised, service-oriented, and excellent at managing time

Benefits:

• Flexible working hours
• 22 days' annual leave (additional days for length of service) plus bank holidays
• Employee pension scheme
• Travel season ticket loan
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Health Cash Plan
• Charity volunteering opportunities and social activities
• Free breakfast
• Monthly massages
• Dog friendly office

Please Note:

Candidates must have the legal right to live and work in the UK to be considered for this role.

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