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.