HR Assistant

Statkraft; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Job summary

Statkraft is seeking a London-based HR Assistant to provide quality HR administrative support across the full employee lifecycle within the UK HR team.

You will report to the Junior HR Business Partner and work in a setting that supports onboarding, employee records, recruitment coordination and HR reporting, with a focus on accuracy and discretion.

Qualifications

• Previous experience supporting an HR function with lifecycle knowledge.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Provide accurate, responsive HR administrative support across the full employee lifecycle.
• Coordinate onboarding, starter/leaver processes and pre-employment checks.
• Maintain confidential employee records and HR systems, ensuring changes are processed promptly.

Skills

HR administration

Attention to detail

Communication

Microsoft Office

Tools

HR systems

Collaboration tools

Job description

Company Description

Statkraft is a leading company in hydropower internationally and Europe's largest generator of renewable energy. The Group produces hydropower, wind power, solar power, and gas-fired power. Statkraft is a global company in energy market operations and has around 6,200 employees in 20 countries.

We envision a world that runs entirely on renewable energy. Because in the fight against climate change, we do not see renewable energy as part of the solution - we believe it must be the solution. With us, you will shape a career that is truly forward-facing with many amazing opportunities and offerings to match

HR across Statkraft is continuously working to enable good organisational and people development and the best possible day-to-day employee experience for our Statkraft colleagues.

We are currently seeking an HR Assistant to join our talented UK HR team. You will be based in our London office and will be providing quality HR Administrative support to the UK business, working within our local HR team of 4.

You will report to the Junior HR Business Partner.

Job Description

• Provide accurate, responsive and professional HR administrative support across the full employee lifecycle, working closely with the Junior HR Business Partners and Head of HR.
• Prepare and issue employment documentation, including offer letters, contracts, contractual changes, employee correspondence and leaver documentation.
• Coordinate new starter, onboarding and leaver processes, including pre-employment checks, induction arrangements, probation reminders and exit administration.
• Maintain accurate and confidential employee records, HR systems and trackers, ensuring changes to roles, pay, hours, locations and personal details are processed promptly.
• Support recruitment activities, including vacancy administration, advertising, interview scheduling, candidate communications, offers, references and pre-employment checks.
• Act as a first point of contact for routine employee and manager HR enquiries, providing clear information on standard HR processes and escalating more complex matters where appropriate.
• Produce routine HR reports and metrics and support data requirements for payroll, benefits, absence, workforce planning and other people processes, identifying and highlighting any discrepancies.
• Provide administrative and coordination support for employee relations activity, meetings, HR projects, engagement initiatives, learning activities and employee events.
• Coordinate recurring HR activities and deadlines, maintaining clear, accurate and auditable records, templates, checklists and process documentation.
• Build positive working relationships across the business and contribute to continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to make HR processes more efficient, consistent and employee-focused.

Qualifications

• Previous experience supporting an HR function, with a good understanding of employee lifecycle processes and day-to-day HR administration.
• Excellent attention to detail, with strong organisational and time management skills and the ability to prioritise multiple tasks and deliver accurate work to deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build positive working relationships and work collaboratively as part of a team.
• A professional and discreet approach, with the ability to handle sensitive and confidential information appropriately.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, HR systems and collaboration tools, together with some knowledge of UK employment legislation and a willingness to continue learning.
• A proactive, solutions-focused and adaptable approach, with a passion for continuous improvement and the confidence to work effectively in situations where there may be ambiguity.

Additional Information

A career with Statkraft is a career filled with purpose - meaning that every employee is not just making a living, they are making a real difference to the planet, our communities, and the future. With us, you'll shape a career that is truly forward-facing with many amazing opportunities and offerings to match. This includes:

• An opportunity to work with renewable energy and contribute to a low emission society
• Professional and personal development in an exciting global company
• A working environment characterized by competence, responsibility, innovation and a strong commercial culture
• A diverse workplace with regards to gender, age and cultural background
• Competitive terms of employment and benefit schemes
• Career and learning opportunities at various levels of the organisation
• The chance to grow your career alongside a truly global network of experts, leaders, specialists and graduates from different countries and background
• Hybrid working

Statkraft manages critical infrastructure and services in several countries. The applicant must be eligible for security clearance and authorisation.

Statkraft's vision is to renew the way the world is powered. To navigate the complex journey ahead, we need every voice at the table. We therefore work actively to be a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcome all applicants regardless of background, gender, age, sexual orientation, religious belief, ethnicity, nationality or disability.