Human Resources Assistant

JR United Kingdom; Colchester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading HR consultancy is looking for an HR Assistant to enhance its team in the UK. In this varied role, you will manage onboarding, support recruitment, and play a key role in maintaining HR processes and compliance. With a focus on delivering a seamless employee experience, you will work closely with senior HR staff.

Qualifications

• Experience in HR admin or coordinator role is essential.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent communication skills desired.
• Understanding of UK employment law and HR practices valued.

Responsibilities

• Manage onboarding for new joiners across multiple sites.
• Support recruitment processes and coordinate interviews.
• Administer monthly HR payroll submissions.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Knowledge of UK employment law

Education

Previous HR admin or coordinator experience

Tools

Sage

Microsoft Office

Job description

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? Blackpool

Are you an organised and proactive HR professional ready to take the next step in your career? Our client is looking for an HR Assistant to join their thriving team, acting as the first point of contact for all HR administration queries and playing a key role in delivering a seamless employee experience.

As HR Assistant you’ll support recruitment, onboarding, payroll, and HR projects across our UK locations, working closely with the Head of HR and Senior HR Business Partner. This is a varied role with opportunities to get involved in everything from regulatory compliance (including SMCR) to process improvement and L&D coordination.

What you’ll do:

• Manage onboarding for all new joiners across multiple sites
• Support recruitment processes and coordinate interviews
• Administer monthly HR payroll submissions
• Maintain accurate HRIS records (Sage) and drive system improvements
• Coordinate training sessions and inductions
• Ensure compliance with GDPR and FCA/SMCR requirements

What you’ll bring:

• Previous experience in an HR admin or coordinator role
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Good knowledge of HR systems (Sage desirable) and Microsoft Office
• Understanding of UK employment law and HR best practices

If you’re passionate about delivering an exceptional HR service and developing your career in a fast-paced, regulated environment, we’d love to hear from you.