Company: An award winning Wealth Management firm
Location: St. Albans, Hertfordshire (1 day a week)
Contract Type: Permanent role on a part time basis (2-3 days a week)
Job Purpose:
The Part-Time HR Assistant role is designed to assist the HR department with a range of administrative and operational tasks, ensuring the smooth running of HR processes. You will be a key point of contact for employees, helping with HR-related inquiries and ensuring compliance with company policies and legal regulations.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Employee Records & Administration:
o Maintain and update employee records in the HR database.
o Prepare and process employee contracts, amendments, and leaver documentation.
o Assist in preparing onboarding materials for new hires.
2. Recruitment Support:
o Assist with job postings and managing the recruitment process, including reviewing CVs and arranging interviews.
o Support candidate communication and assist with scheduling interviews.
o Coordinate recruitment agency correspondence where necessary.
3. Employee Relations:
o Act as a point of contact for employees regarding HR-related queries, offering guidance and support.
o Help manage and support performance reviews, appraisals, and employee feedback systems.
4. Training & Development:
o Assist with coordinating and booking employee training sessions, including maintaining training records.
o Support HR in identifying training needs and maintaining relevant reports.
o Assist in the implementation and communication of HR policies and procedures.
o Ensure HR activities comply with current legislation and company policies.
o Maintain knowledge of changes to employment law and assist in policy updates as required.
5. Payroll & Benefits Support:
o Assist with payroll preparation by providing necessary employee data.
o Support the HR team with employee benefits administration, including pensions and health benefits.
6. Health & Safety:
o Provide administrative support to the Health and Safety team.
o Assist in maintaining compliance with workplace health and safety regulations.
7. General HR Support:
o Assist with employee engagement activities and HR communications.
o Support the HR Manager/Director with ad-hoc projects and initiatives as required.
Skills and Experience Required:
* Proven experience in an HR support role (ideally 3-5 years), preferably within a medium-sized business.
* Understanding of UK employment law and HR best practices.
* Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
* Strong organizational skills and the ability to multitask.
* Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.
* Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and experience with HR software/systems (e.g., HRIS).
* A proactive, friendly, and approachable manner.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
* Knowledge of payroll processes and HR compliance is desirable.
Qualifications:
* A solid understanding of HR processes and administrative practices is required.
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