Human Resources Assistant

Plan B Talent Ltd; England; Remote; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Plan B Talent Ltd is seeking an HR Assistant for a 4-month fixed-term contract. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain broad HR experience in a dynamic environment, supporting various HR functions from onboarding to payroll. Ideal for those looking to deepen their HR skills in a collaborative team.

Benefits

Competitive base salary with performance-related commission

26 days of annual leave plus your birthday off

Opportunities for career advancement

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a fast-paced HR or People team.
• Comfortable working with multiple systems and platforms.
• Able to handle sensitive information with care.

Responsibilities

• Support the full employee lifecycle: onboarding, payroll, benefits, employee changes, and leavers.
• Respond to general HR and people related queries.
• Assist with HR reporting, admin tasks, and benefits administration.

Skills

Organisational skills

Numeracy

Attention to detail

Proactive mindset

Teamwork

Education

CIPD Level 3 (or working towards it)

Job description

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HR Assistant

Remote, Fixed Term Contract 4 months

Plan B Talent Ltd are looking for a proactive, curious, and solution-focused HR Assistant to join our client's People Team on a 4-month fixed-term contract. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain broad HR experience in a dynamic environment where no two days are the same.

You’ll play a vital role in supporting the day-to-day running of the HR function across the full employee lifecycle; from onboarding and payroll to employee queries, system updates, and offboarding. We need someone who can hit the ground running, adapt quickly to new ways of working, and bring a positive, can-do attitude to everything they do.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Support the full employee lifecycle: onboarding, payroll, benefits, employee changes, and leavers.
• Support with the accurate processing of monthly payroll, working closely with the finance team and external providers.
• Keep HR systems up to date and ensure data accuracy.
• Respond to general HR and people related queries.
• Work closely with the Head of Talent to ensure new starter paperwork is processed efficiently and employees receive a positive pre-onboarding experience,
• Assist with HR reporting, admin tasks, and benefits administration.
• Ensure all data handling complies with GDPR and internal data protection policies.

What We’re Looking For:

• Previous experience in a fast-paced HR or People team.
• CIPD Level 3 (or working towards it).
• Highly organised, numerate, and detail-oriented as the role will require you to manage data at times.
• Comfortable working with multiple systems and platforms.
• Adaptable, curious, and open to learning new processes and tools quickly.
• A proactive team player with a solution-focused mindset.
• Able to handle sensitive information with care.

Why Join Us?

You’ll be part of a friendly and collaborative HR team where your contribution matters. This short-term role is ideal for someone looking to deepen their generalist HR experience and make a meaningful impact in a supportive, fast-moving environment.

• Competitive base salary with a performance-related commission scheme
• 26 days of annual leave, your birthday off, plus the option to buy additional days
• A dynamic, supportive environment with real opportunities for career advancement

At Plan B Talent, we are committed to fostering a culture of inclusion and belonging for all our clients, candidates, and employees. We strive to create an environment where everyone feels respected, supported, and able to contribute fully, regardless of background or circumstances. If you require any adjustments to support you through the application or interview process, we welcome a conversation to ensure you feel comfortable and supported every step of the way.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Human Resources

• Industries

  Food and Beverage Services, Wholesale Food and Beverage, and Accommodation and Food Services

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