Hybrid HR Assistant: Onboarding, Payroll & Admin

bpha; Bedford; Hybrid; GBP 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading housing association based in Bedford is searching for a dedicated HR Assistant. The role involves supporting HR operations and administration in a fast-paced environment. Candidates should have strong communication and organisational skills, alongside a L3 CIPD qualification or an eagerness to achieve this. This hybrid position offers a competitive salary and an extensive benefits package including generous holiday entitlement and a contributory pension scheme.

Benefits

28 days holiday plus bank holidays

Generous contributory pension scheme

Private health care and life assurance

Wellbeing tools and retail discounts

Qualifications

• Experience from a similar role in a fast-paced environment is required.
• Confidence in handling HR queries and administration.
• Ability to maintain employee records accurately.

Responsibilities

• Support onboarding and employee lifecycle.
• Respond to first-line HR queries from colleagues.
• Maintain accurate employee records and HR systems.
• Prepare contracts and other HR documentation.
• Assist with payroll and benefits administration.
• Administer recruitment processes, including interview scheduling.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Excellent organisation

Attention to detail

Proactive problem-solving

Education

L3 CIPD qualification or willingness to work towards it

Tools

Microsoft Office

HR systems

Job description

A leading housing association based in Bedford is searching for a dedicated HR Assistant. The role involves supporting HR operations and administration in a fast-paced environment. Candidates should have strong communication and organisational skills, alongside a L3 CIPD qualification or an eagerness to achieve this. This hybrid position offers a competitive salary and an extensive benefits package including generous holiday entitlement and a contributory pension scheme.