Human Resources Assistant

Chart Industries, Inc.; Renfrew; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the industrial machinery sector seeks an HR Assistant to support the Human Resources department with various administrative functions. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in HR or Business Administration alongside strong communication and organizational skills. This full-time role offers a flexible workplace and a comprehensive benefits package, aiming to enhance HR operations across the UK.

Benefits

Flexible, hybrid working environment

Generous holiday entitlement totaling 33 days

Howden Pension Plan with a maximum employer contribution of 7%

Enhanced parental leave

Free onsite parking

Access to a benefits and wellbeing portal

Dedicated help services for counselling and financial support

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of HR laws and regulations.
• Previous experience in a Human Resource department.
• Ability to establish sound working relationships.

Responsibilities

• Support employee lifecycle processes including onboarding and offboarding.
• Ensure compliance with UK employment laws.
• Assist payroll processing in collaboration with the Payroll Manager.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Organizational Skills

Analytical Mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

HRIS software

MS Office Suite

Job description

Location: Renfrew, Scotland, United Kingdom, PA4 8XJ

Company: Howden, a Chart Industries company

The Role

The HR Assistant is responsible for supporting the Human Resources department in various administrative functions. This role involves handling employee records, maintaining HR systems, assisting with recruitment, ensuring compliance with HR policies, and providing general HR support to UK businesses. The HR Assistant works closely with the HR Operations Manager and Payroll Manager to ensure seamless and effective HR operations.

Who are we?

Chart Industries is a leading global manufacturer of highly engineered equipment servicing multiple applications in the clean energy and industrial gas markets. Chart employees over 11,700 people based across 64 global manufacturing locations and 50+ service centres. Recognised for an innovative edge and expansive portfolio, Chart has a global leadership position in process technologies with products and services in applications such as hydrogen, carbon capture, energy recovery, nuclear, water treatment, mining, and LNG to name a few.

In 2023, Chart acquired Howden, a leading global engineering business. Since 1854, Howden has been at the forefront of developing engineering solutions for the needs of industrial processes. Today, Howden provide mission critical air and gas handling products to clients with our range of highly engineered compressors, blowers, fans, steam turbines and rotary heat exchangers. The strategic combination of Howden and Chart expands our offering of products and solutions across the Nexus of Clean -- clean power, clean water, clean food and clean industrials.

Together we are advancing a more sustainable future, by helping our customers to increase their environmental & functional efficiencies and decarbonise their operations. We have a strong corporate identity and a clear purpose - you will be a member of our team shaping the future of the company and participating in helping our customers tackle some of the planet's most pressing issues.

What will you do?

HR Process Management

• Support the entire employee lifecycle processes, including on boarding, benefits administration, performance evaluations, promotions, transfers, and off boarding.
• Manage new hire onboarding processes, including documentation, orientation sessions, and induction. Ensure smooth offboarding for departing employees, including exit interviews and return of company property.
• Support in streamlining and continuously improving HR processes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Maintain and update employee records, including personal information, employment history, and leave details.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records.
• Ensure data integrity and security in compliance with data protection regulations.
• Support HR Operations manager to generate HR reports and metrics for management review and decision-making.
• Support the administration of employee benefits programs, including health insurance, retirement plans, and other perks.
• Provide employees with information and assistance related to benefits and compensation.

Compliance And Legal

• Stay updated on UK Employment laws, regulations, and industry best practices to ensure HR operations are in compliance.
• Implement and monitor policies and practices that promote a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Payroll Coordination

• Collaborate with UK Payroll Manager to ensure accurate and timely payroll processing.
• Verify payroll data, including salary adjustments, bonuses, and deductions, to ensure accuracy.

Employee Relations

• Support People Managers in dealing with first stage Employee Relations issues including wellbeing, absence management and disciplinary matters
• Proactively identify opportunities to enhance HR operations through process improvements and technology adoption.
• Participate in HR projects and initiatives aimed at enhancing overall HR functions.

What do you bring?

An Ideal Candidate Would Likely Have The Following Profile

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• Strong understanding of HR laws and regulations.
• Proficiency in HRIS (Human Resources Information System) software and MS Office Suite.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and leadership abilities.
• Analytical mind-set with the ability to use data for decision-making.
• Ability to establish and build sound working relationships
• Previous experience of working in a Human Resource department e.g. the use of HR databases and practices

We’ve put together some criteria that we think is important for this role, but don’t worry if your experience and expertise isn’t an exact match. If you feel that you can add value to our role and to Howden more broadly, we would welcome your application and be eager to learn more about you.

Our Benefits Package

• A flexible, hybrid working environment
• Generous holiday entitlement package totalling 33 days annual leave
• Howden Pension Plan with a maximum employer contribution of 7%
• Enhanced Maternity, Paternity, shared parental and adoption leave pay
• Free onsite parking
• Group Income Protection plan
• Access to My Howden Benefits & Wellbeing Portal – Cycle2Work programme, range of discounts across various retailers, wealth of information to support health & wellbeing
• Dedicated Help@Hand Service – free counselling, physiotherapy, financial support, medical second opinion, remote GP, personal training, nutrition consultations etc
• Opportunity to be involved in our ESG ‘Bright Future’ initiatives – STEM ambassador & volunteering

Chart is an equal opportunities employer

The Company intention in respect of recruitment, selection and promotion is to appoint the most suitable candidate for each job regardless of that person’s race, religious beliefs, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, age or disability.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Human Resources

• Industries

  Industrial Machinery Manufacturing

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