Human Resources Assistant

Harborough District Council; Market Harborough; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading council is seeking a Human Resources Assistant for an initial 12-month period. In this role, you will serve as a key contact for HR matters, manage recruitment processes, and assist with payroll administration. Ideal candidates will demonstrate strong organizational and communication skills, alongside a competent grasp of Microsoft Office applications.

Qualifications

• Experience working in HR or a related field is desirable.
• Intermediate proficiency in Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams.
• Ability to manage a varied and rapidly changing workload.

Responsibilities

• Act as first point of contact for HR queries.
• Coordinate recruitment campaigns and process documentation.
• Provide HR administration support during organizational changes.

Skills

Microsoft Office Skills

Communication Skills

Customer Service Skills

Organizational Skills

Attention to Detail

Job description

Are you an experienced and competent Administrator looking to work in HR?

We are a friendly, small, flexible and busy generalist HR team looking to recruit a Human Resources Assistant for an initial period of up to 12 months with a possible extension.

You will act as the first point of contact for internal and external customers and partners, providing an effective and efficient HR and Learning & Development administration service. Using our policies and procedures you will promote best practice by providing staff and managers with timely, consistent and up to date guidance on anything from annual leave and pay to sickness absence management and maternity leave.

You will be responsible for the co-ordination of multiple end-to-end recruitment campaigns, issuing employment contracts and processing all the new starter documentation including setting starters up on the payroll system. You will also support users on the self-service module of the payroll system and produce monthly management information. Therefore, a high level of accuracy, attention to detail, the ability to work to tight deadlines and work in a confidential manner are essential.

Other main duties and responsibilities include:

Handling and dealing with sensitive information

• Payroll administration, working closely with the Payroll Officer and payroll provider

• Performance appraisal and performance management administration

• Assisting the Learning & Development Officer to organise workshops, training sessions and events

• Assisting the HR Business Partners with absence management and employee welfare

• Providing valuable administration support during organisational change projects

Ideally you will already have an interest or some experience working in HR and a willingness and ability to develop your knowledge. You will need to be a competent administrator and be able to demonstrate your Microsoft Office skills, particularly Word, Excel, Outlook and Teams at intermediate level.

Highly organised, with the proven ability to plan and prioritise your own workload, you will also have excellent communication and customer service skills, a proactive and flexible approach and the ability to manage a varied and rapidly changing workload. Recent and relevant experience of working in a fast-paced HR environment and a working knowledge of recent HR legislation and best practice are desirable but not essential.

The closing date for receipt of completed applications is 9am on Wednesday 9th July 2025. Interviews will be held on Wednesday 23rd July 2025.

Desirable criteria from the person specification may be used for sifting purposes.

Our preferred method of receipt of application is via the online application form.

Should you have any difficulties applying online please e-mail [e-mail]. CVs will not be accepted. Please specify which post you are applying for on your application form and ensure your application clearly demonstrates how you meet the person specification. Please clearly indicate whether you are seeking the full or part time hours and let us know of any dates when you are not available.

All applicants should be aware that any employee, who is currently listed on our re-deployment register at the time of a position being advertised, will have priority status.