PA and HR Manager

OA; London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a PA and HR Manager to support the director and manage HR functions for a team of 90 staff. This role involves executive assistance, coordination of recruitment, and ensuring compliance with employment law. The ideal candidate has experience in a similar role and strong HR knowledge. The position offers 20 days holiday plus bank holidays, a company pension, and on-site parking.

Benefits

20 days holiday plus bank holidays

Company pension

On-site parking

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar role within a retail, wholesale, or similar environment.
• Strong HR knowledge (formal qualification not essential).
• Experience liaising with internal departments such as warehouse, sales, and accounts.

Responsibilities

• Manage director’s diary, screen calls/emails, and coordinate meetings.
• Lead onboarding, induction, and integration of new hires.
• Manage holiday, sickness tracking, maternity/paternity arrangements.

Skills

HR knowledge

Experience in a similar role

Communication skills

Job description

OA are recruiting for an PA and HR Manager to join our clients growing team.

This is a varied and vital role that supports both the Director and the wider business operations. It covers HR, operational support, and executive assistance.

The successful candidate will play a key part in keeping everything running smoothly behind the scenes, offering support to the Director, managing day-to-day HR and facilities for a team of 80 staff and 10 agency workers, and ensuring the business stays on track operationally.

Location:Edmonton

Hours: Monday-Friday. 8:30am - 5:00pm. Office based. 30min paid lunch.

PA and HR Manager Benefits

• 20 days holiday bank holidays
• Company pension
• On?site parking

PA and HR Manager Key Responsibilities

Executive and Office Support

• Manage director’s diary, screen calls/emails, and coordinate meetings.
• Organise internal/external events (team meetings, client lunches, company celebrations).
• Proof-read marketing materials and company communications.
• Oversee office supplies, stationery procurement, and equipment maintenance.
• Perform client credit checks and liaise with sales, and accounts teams.
• Manage company vehicle administration, including vans and staff cars.
• Liaise with property managers (CBRE) regarding office maintenance and leases.
• Oversee insurance claims relating to vehicles and employee injury.

HR Management and People Operations

• Lead onboarding, induction, and integration of new hires.
• Coordinate recruitment, interviews, agency liaison, and performance reviews.
• Manage holiday, sickness tracking, maternity/paternity arrangements, and return?to?work processes.
• Participate in disciplinaries and formal HR procedures.
• Work with payroll to ensure accurate salary changes, leave, mileage, pension, and private healthcare administration.
• Maintain employee records, contracts, and handbook updates.
• Ensure compliance with employment law and BRC standards, including documentation and certifications.
• Collaborate on risk assessments, toolbox talks, and compliance training.
• Supervise two onsite cleaning staff.

PA and HR Manager Skills and Experience

• Previous experience in a similar role within a retail, wholesale, or similar environment
• Strong HR knowledge (formal qualification not essential)
• Experience liaising with internal departments such as warehouse, sales, and accounts
• Proven experience supporting senior leaders or directors

If you are interested in this position and your skills align, please apply online with your CV.

Thank you for your interest in this vacancy, which is being advertised by OA Group, who are acting as an employment agency / business. Your application will be considered in competition with others and we will contact you within 3 working days.