HR Operations Assistant: Onboarding & Lifecycle

Van Amersfoort Racing; Silverstone; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

Private healthcare

Pension plan

Life assurance

Childcare benefits

Cycle-to-work scheme

Tech scheme

Car scheme

Job summary

Van Amersfoort Racing is seeking a dedicated HR Assistant to join its HR team at Silverstone. You will be the first point of contact for managers and employees, handling documentation and ensuring accurate records while supporting operational excellence.

The role covers onboarding, payroll data support, maintaining GDPR-compliant files, and assisting with visa arrangements and HR projects. A proactive, confidential approach and proficiency in MS Office are essential.

Qualifications

• Previous administrative experience, preferably in HR or a fast-paced office environment.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Professional, approachable communication skills and ability to handle confidential information.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Collaborative mindset with flexibility to thrive in a dynamic environment.
• Interest in HR processes and systems (CIPD Level 3 qualification or study is desirable).

Responsibilities

• Manage the full employee lifecycle administration, including contracts, probation reviews, and leavers paperwork.
• Complete induction and onboarding activities for new starters.
• Maintain confidential and GDPR-compliant employee records in our HR systems.
• Keep HR systems up to date with starters, leavers, probation reviews, and sickness records.
• Support payroll administration by providing accurate employee data within deadlines.
• Monitor the HR inbox, respond to routine queries, and draft standard HR correspondence.
• Assist with employee engagement activities, including long-service awards and maternity support.
• Provide administrative support to HR Business Partners and contribute to project work.
• Support with sponsorship/visa arrangements and security training for team members.
• Assist with People Team initiatives, audits, and compliance activities.
• Complete general administration tasks including raising purchase orders and maintaining electronic employee files.

Skills

Organisational skills

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Confidentiality

MS Office proficiency

Team collaboration

HR processes interest

Tools

HRIS systems

MS Office

Job description

Van Amersfoort Racing is seeking a dedicated HR Assistant to join its HR team at Silverstone. You will be the first point of contact for managers and employees, handling documentation and ensuring accurate records while supporting operational excellence.

The role covers onboarding, payroll data support, maintaining GDPR-compliant files, and assisting with visa arrangements and HR projects. A proactive, confidential approach and proficiency in MS Office are essential.