£24K/yr to £28K/yr
England, United Kingdom
Permanent, Variable

HR Assistant

Posted by Reed.

HR Assistant

  • Annual Salary: £24,000 - £27,500
  • Location: Guildford
  • Job Type: Full-time

We are looking for a proactive HR Assistant to support our Human Resources department in Guildford. This full-time role offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to develop your HR skills in a supportive environment. The successful candidate will be instrumental in helping us maintain our commitment to fostering a positive workplace culture and supporting our workforce.

Day-to-day of the role:

  • Assist with day-to-day operations of the HR functions and duties.
  • Provide clerical and administrative support to Human Resources executives.
  • Compile and update employee records (hard and soft copies).
  • Process documentation and prepare reports relating to personnel activities (staffing, recruitment, training, grievances, performance evaluations, etc.).
  • Coordinate HR projects (meetings, training, surveys, etc.) and take minutes.
  • Deal with employee requests regarding human resources issues, rules, and regulations.
  • Assist in payroll preparation by providing relevant data (absences, bonus, leaves, etc.).
  • Communicate with public services when necessary.
  • Properly handle complaints and grievance procedures.
  • Coordinate communication with candidates and schedule interviews.
  • Conduct initial orientation to newly hired employees.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

  • Proven experience as an HR assistant, staff assistant, or relevant human resources/administrative position.
  • PC literacy (MS Office, in particular).
  • Hands-on experience with an HRIS or HRMS.
  • Familiarity with ATS software and resume databases.
  • Basic knowledge of labour laws.
  • Excellent organisational skills.
  • Strong communications skills.
  • Degree in Human Resources or related field is preferred.

Benefits:

  • Competitive annual salary.
  • Opportunity to be part of a dynamic and caring HR team.
  • Professional development opportunities.
  • Supportive work environment.

To apply for this HR Assistant role, please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in joining our HR team.