Human Resources Assistant

AFC Bournemouth; England; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free onsite parking

Season ticket

Subsidised lunches

Discounts at Club Store

Health Cash Plan

Employee Assistance Programme

Eye tests and glasses

Club pension and Life Assurance

Paid parental leave

Birthday leave

Job summary

AFC Bournemouth is recruiting for a fixed-term HR Administrator to deliver a confidential, comprehensive HR service across the Club. You will support day-to-day HR operations for First Team, Academy and Women’s teams, assisting the HR Advisor with recruitment, onboarding and general administration.

The role requires a proactive, hands-on approach, strong organisation, and a commitment to safeguarding and data protection within a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Basic understanding of HR policies, procedures and employment law.
• Willingness to learn and develop HR knowledge and skills.
• Ability to work independently with strong organisational skills.
• Confidentiality and data protection awareness.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a confidential, comprehensive HR service through administration of key HR processes.
• Support HR Advisor with day-to-day HR activities for First Team, Academy and Women’s teams.
• Assist with recruitment, onboarding, pre-employment checks and safer recruitment processes.

Skills

HR policies

Willingness to learn

Independence

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Written & verbal comms

Confidentiality

Proactive attitude

Adaptable to change

MS Office

Education

CIPD Level 3

Tools

Pinpoint

StaffSavvy

Sentry

Job description

Department: Club - Administration/ Operations

Location: Vitality Stadium, Bournemouth

Application Deadline: 20 November 2026

Description

Job Purpose: To deliver a highly confidential, comprehensive and effective HR service through the administration of key HR processes. You will assist in providing generalist, day-to-day HR support in relation to all HR operations in a busy and fast-paced working environment, supporting the Human Resources Advisor with a wide range of HR activities and providing effective HR administration. The HR department supports the HR function for all business, First Team, Academy and Women’S team staff, as well as the wider Black Knight Football Group when required. This fixed-term role has been created to meet increased operational demands resulting from temporary departmental changes. We are looking for a self-motivated individual with a positive, hands-on approach who is eager to build their experience and develop a broad understanding of Human Resources in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

Employee Relations

• Provide answers to HR-related queries or provide general advice as directed by the HR Advisor.
• Process the offboarding of staff members.
• Support the HR Advisor to coordinate and deliver the monthly staff newsletter.
• Support formal HR meetings through note-taking, document preparation and administrative coordination.

Recruitment & Onboarding

• Assist with all recruitment and retention activities in line with safer recruitment and EDI requirements, including monitoring the jobs inbox.
• Process new starters and conduct pre-employment checks.

Reward and Recognition

• Help the HR Advisor deliver and coordinate rewards and recognition activities.

Learning and Development

• Help coordinate and organise the delivery of the Club’s Learning and Development schedule.

Casual Workers

• Assist the HR Advisor in the HR management of all casual workers across the Club.
• Deliver administrative support to ensure the Club is compliant with casual worker requirements.

HRIS & HR Records

• Support the HR team in maintaining up-to-date and compliant HR records and databases.
• Collate and provide payroll updates to the Finance team.
• Support the HR Advisor with research, benchmarking and data-gathering activities.
• Prepare documentation and information to support policy reviews and updates.

Mental Health and Wellbeing

• Provide administrative support to the Mental Health First Aiders Group / Mental Health Lead.
• Maintain communication channels regarding mental health and wellbeing.
• Become Mental Health First Aid trained.

General

• Support the HR Advisor with any ad-hoc tasks required.
• As a member of staff, ensure that in all matters you follow and actively promote the Club’s mental health policies and practices to ensure an open, non-judgmental and inclusive environment for everyone engaged with the Club.
• As a member of staff, ensure that you adhere to the Club’s safeguarding policies and procedures and are committed to our safeguarding values, creating a safe and positive environment for all.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Essential

• Basic understanding of, or willingness to learn, HR policies, procedures and employment law.
• Willingness to learn and develop HR knowledge and skills.
• Ability to work independently and use initiative appropriately.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workload effectively.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Understanding of the importance of confidentiality and data protection.
• Professional, diplomatic and discreet approach.
• Strong work ethic with a proactive attitude.
• Adaptable and receptive to change.
• Confident, resilient and approachable.
• Proficient IT skills, including intermediate-level Microsoft Office applications.

Desirable

• CIPD Level 3 qualification or working towards it.
• Experience using HR systems (e.g. Pinpoint, StaffSavvy or Sentry).
• Experience supporting employee wellbeing or mental health initiatives.
• Qualified Mental Health First Aider.

Benefits

• Free onsite parking.
• Season ticket and allocation of complimentary/purchased tickets (subject to eligibility and availability).
• Subsidised lunches and complimentary healthy snacks throughout the day.
• Discounts at the Club Superstore.
• Access to Health Cash Plan with Simplyhealth.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Contribution towards eye tests and glasses.
• Discounts and benefits from partners and local businesses.
• Club pension and Life Assurance Scheme.
• Paid parental leave (bank of five days per year).
• Club events or other social events throughout the year run by our Club social team.
• Paid volunteer opportunities (2 days per year).
• Paid day’s leave on your birthday.