People Assistant

The Opportunity Hub UK; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in the UK is seeking a People Assistant to facilitate HR operations and contribute to workplace culture. This role involves managing HR administration, overseeing the employee lifecycle, and supporting training and development initiatives. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational and communication skills, with a proactive mindset. Benefits include a competitive salary, hybrid working arrangements, and comprehensive healthcare packages to enhance employee wellbeing.

Benefits

Competitive salary of £30,000

Healthcare package including Bupa medical cashback

Hybrid working arrangements

Access to exclusive company events

Wellbeing support including free breakfast

Structured buddy programme

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing multiple priorities and maintaining attention to detail.
• Ability to interact professionally with colleagues at all organisational levels.
• Understanding of confidentiality requirements when handling sensitive HR information.

Responsibilities

• Manage comprehensive HR administration including documentation and compliance.
• Oversee the complete employee lifecycle from onboarding to offboarding.
• Coordinate employee benefits administration including healthcare and wellbeing.
• Support delivery of internal training programmes.
• Maintain accurate people data systems ensuring confidentiality.
• Contribute to HR reporting and metrics analysis.

Skills

Organisational abilities

Communication skills

Proactive mindset

Discretion

Technical proficiency with HR systems

Job description

Step into a dynamic People Assistant role where your organisational skills will directly impact workplace culture and employee experience.Join a thriving healthcare organisation that's making waves in the medical publishing sector, where innovation meets purpose in supporting healthcare professionals worldwide. This People Assistant position offers an exceptional opportunity to build your HR career while contributing to meaningful work that elevates global healthcare standards. This forward-thinking healthcare company operates at the forefront of medical education and professional development, connecting healthcare professionals with essential resources and learning opportunities. With a strong commitment to excellence and a culture built on high performance, they're expanding their People team to support continued growth and maintain their reputation as an industry leader. As a People Assistant, you'll be an integral part of the People function, working closely with senior HR professionals to ensure smooth operations across all people-related activities. This role combines traditional HR administration with exciting opportunities to contribute to culture-building initiatives and employee engagement programmes. You'll be supporting colleagues at all levels while developing valuable skills in human resources management. Here's what you'll be doing:

Responsibilities

• Managing comprehensive HR administration including documentation preparation, record maintenance, and ensuring full compliance with employment regulations
• Overseeing the complete employee lifecycle from seamless onboarding experiences for new starters through to professional offboarding processes
• Coordinating employee benefits administration including healthcare programmes, wellbeing initiatives, and volunteer day allocations
• Supporting the delivery of internal training programmes and contributing to learning and development coordination across the business
• Maintaining accurate people data systems while ensuring confidentiality and data protection standards are consistently met
• Contributing to HR reporting and metrics analysis to support strategic decision-making and performance tracking

Skills

• Exceptional organisational abilities with proven experience managing multiple priorities and maintaining attention to detail
• Strong communication skills with the confidence to interact professionally with colleagues at all organisational levels
• Proactive mindset with the ability to anticipate needs, identify opportunities, and take initiative without constant supervision
• Absolute discretion and understanding of confidentiality requirements when handling sensitive HR information
• Technical proficiency with HR systems, spreadsheet applications, and general office software packages
• Previous administrative or HR support experience preferred but not essential - the right attitude and potential are equally valued

Work Permissions

You must have the right to work in the United Kingdom. Visa sponsorship is not available at this time.

Key perks and benefits

• Competitive salary of £30,000 with annual holiday entitlement starting at 25 days, increasing by one day per year of service up to 30 days
• Comprehensive healthcare package including Bupa medical cashback and Aviva private medical insurance after qualifying periods
• Hybrid working arrangement offering three days office-based working after successful completion of probationary period
• Access to exclusive company events including legendary summer celebrations and prestigious Wembley box experiences
• Wellbeing support through free breakfast provisions, fresh fruit, extended gym lunch breaks, and various company clubs
• Structured buddy programme ensuring smooth integration and ongoing support throughout your career journey

About the Company

The healthcare and medical education sector continues to experience significant growth as organisations worldwide recognise the critical importance of professional development and continuous learning. This People Assistant role with The Opportunity Hub UK provides an excellent foundation for building a successful HR career, offering exposure to modern people practices and the chance to contribute to meaningful work that impacts healthcare professionals globally. With increasing focus on employee wellbeing and culture development, professionals with strong people skills and administrative expertise are highly sought after across the industry.