Full job descriptionHR Assistant – Maidenhead (Hybrid) – £28,000 to £30,000
About the Client:
Our client is an established and growing organisation within the Retail sector, operating across multiple locations.
About the Job:
This is an excellent opportunity for an organised and enthusiastic HR Assistant to join a busy HR team, providing essential support across a broad range of people-related activities. Working closely with operational managers and colleagues, you will help ensure HR processes run smoothly, employee information remains accurate and the business receives a consistent and professional HR service.
Duties will include:
* Coordinating HR administration throughout the employee journey, including new appointments, contractual amendments and departures.
* Producing employment correspondence and ensuring personnel information is accurately recorded within internal systems.
* Assisting with recruitment activities, pre-employment screening and induction arrangements for new colleagues.
* Supporting monthly payroll preparation by collating employee changes, attendance information and relevant adjustments.
* Helping managers navigate routine employee relations matters, including arranging formal meetings and preparing supporting documentation.
* Overseeing holiday, sickness and statutory leave administration, ensuring records remain accurate and up to date.
* Monitoring employment compliance requirements, including eligibility to work and relevant documentation.
* Preparing HR management information and assisting with workforce reporting, audits and employee engagement activities.
* Responding to general HR enquiries and contributing to improvements in administrative processes across the organisation.
About the Successful Applicant:
You will have previous HR administration experience, ideally within a multi-site Retail or Hospitality environment, alongside excellent organisational and communication skills. Confident using Microsoft Office and HR systems. A working understanding of UK employment legislation would be advantageous, as would a CIPD Level 3 qualification or a willingness to work towards one.
Benefits include:
* Hybrid working arrangements, with a minimum of three days per week in the Maidenhead office.
* Full-time working hours of 9:00am to 5:00pm, Monday to Friday.
* 28 days’ annual leave, including bank holidays.
* Company pension scheme, subject to eligibility.
* Paid training and professional development opportunities.
* Family-friendly leave policies.
* On-site parking.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an HR professional looking to develop their experience within a varied, hands-on role.