HR Assistant

HR Assistant

• Annual Salary: £27,000
• Location: Poole
• Job Type: 40 hours a week - 6 month contract - FULL TIME IN THE OFFICE

We are seeking a dedicated HR Assistant to join our Human Resources team. This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about supporting HR operations and contributing to the smooth running of our HR department. The HR Assistant will play a key role in maintaining HR records, assisting with recruitment processes, and providing administrative support to ensure efficient operation of the HR function.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Email Management: Oversee the HR department's email inbox, ensuring timely responses and efficient communication.
• Mail Handling: Process incoming and outgoing HR-related mail from the post office, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.
• HR System Administration: Manage and maintain the HR information system, ensuring all data is up-to-date and secure.
• Leave Management: Coordinate with managers to process leave requests and sick leave, ensuring accurate records are kept and communicated to payroll.
• Pension and Insurance Administration: Handle data extraction and management for pension schemes and death insurance contracts, ensuring compliance with policies.
• Rewards and Benefits Management: Oversee the administration of employee rewards and benefits programs, enhancing employee satisfaction and retention.
• Issue Resolution: Address and resolve any outstanding HR issues as they arise, providing support and solutions to ensure smooth department operations.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Proven experience as an HR Assistant, Staff Assistant, or relevant human resources/administrative position.
• Fast computer typing skills (MS Office, in particular).
• Hands-on experience within HR
• Familiarity with ATS software and resume databases
• Excellent organisational skills.
• Strong communications skills.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary package.
• Opportunities for personal and professional development.
• Supportive and welcoming work environment.
• Other company-specific benefits (e.g., health insurance, pension plans, gym membership discounts).

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