Human Resources Assistant

Larbey Evans; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading US law firm based in City of London is seeking an HR Assistant to support multiple HR functions. This role involves coordinating recruitment, managing administrative processes for departures, and assisting in payroll and benefits. The ideal candidate will have HR administrative experience, preferably within a law firm, and a CIPD qualification is preferred. The position offers a hybrid working model and a competitive salary up to £35,000 along with generous employee benefits.

Benefits

Gym membership contribution

Neurodiversity support package

Season ticket loan

Qualifications

• Previous experience working in an HR Administrative or HR Assistant role within a law firm.
• Good working knowledge of HR administration, processes, and best practice.
• Experience of managing end to end tasks that require multiple touch points.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the recruitment process for new hires and onboard new staff.
• Manage the departure process and all related administration.
• Prepare maternity, paternity, and contract change correspondence.

Skills

HR Administration

Coordination

Team Collaboration

Education

CIPD qualification (or working towards it)

Job description

HR Assistant

An exciting career launching role for am HR Assistant looking to develop and grow within a supportive, well-established HR team at a leading US law firm.

• Salary to £35,000
• 09:30-18:00 working hours and hybrid working (4 days office / 1 day remote)
• Generous employee benefits to include gym membership contribution, neurodiversity support package, season ticket loan etc.!
• City / Liverpool Street station location

This will be a hands-on and varied role, working closely with the Director of Administration (DOA), Senior HR Specialist and the Director of Recruiting, supporting across multiple HR functions and employee relations processes and HR related projects.

HR Assistant Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate the recruitment process for new hires, onboard new staff, prepare all offer documentation and induction sessions
• Manage the departure process and all related administration
• Prepare any maternity, paternity, contract change or similar HR correspondence
• Ensure that absences are tracked and monitored along with employee milestones and probationary periods
• Ad hoc support with payroll and benefits administration
• Create good working relations with people at all levels within the firm, flagging any ER issues to the attention of the Senior HR team
• Work collaboratively as part of a team, for example providing backup reception desk duties when coverage is needed

HR Assistant Skills & Requirements:

• Previous experience working in a HR Administrative or HR Assistant role within a law firm
• CIPD qualification (or working towards it) is preferred
• Good working knowledge of HR administration, processes, and best practice
• Experience of managing end to end tasks that require multiple touch points