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HR Assistant
Civic Recruitment Limited —London
- £22.78 an hour
- Temporary
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
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13d
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HCR —Cardiff
- Microsoft Office
- IT
- Typing
- Annual leave
- Gym membership
Remote Recruitment & Operations Assistant (Volunteer)
The ISM Hub —Remote
- Up to £1 an hour
- Part-time
- Remote
- Customer service
- No experience needed
- English
- Flexitime
- Work from home
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Recruitment & HR Assistant
The Fragrance Shop —Manchester
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Human resources
- IT
- Free parking
- Work from home
11d
Resourcing Assistant
West Mercia Police —Hindlip
- £25,242 - £26,703 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
7d
Assistant, People Services (9-month FTC)
Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner LLP —London
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
Admin & HR Assistant (Part-time)
V2Power Limited —London
- £14 an hour
- Part-time
- Hybrid work
- English
- Microsoft Office
- Human resources
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7d
Interview and Onboarding Assistant
Time etc Limited —Birmingham
- From £25,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Recruiting
- Communication skills
- Work from home
- Employee assistance programme
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HR Assistant (Placement) 2026
Club Med —London
- £10.85 - £12.71 an hour
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Outlook
- English
- Human resources
- Annual leave
- Work from home
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HR Assistant
Alternative Learning Trust —Sutton
- £30,288 - £31,611 a year
- Part-time
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft Office
- IT
- Employee assistance programme
11d
Customer Service Assistant - Platforms - Coventry - Talent Bank
Avanti West Coast —Coventry
- £33,012 a year
- Part-time
- Travel
9d
Legal Support Assistant
HCR —Cambridge
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Annual leave
- Gym membership
HR Assistant
GXO Logistics —Kettering
- Up to £30,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
SHARE Recruitment Assistant
University of Dundee —Dundee
- £24,479 - £26,338 a year
- Monday to Friday
- Administrative experience
- University
- Travel
- Annual leave
People and Talent Assistant
Derbyshire Wildlife Trust —Middleton
- £15,932.43 - £26,200.00 a year
- Full-time
- Administrative experience
- Human resources
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
Partner Recruiting & Integration Assistant - Talent Intelligence & Analytics
Latham & Watkins LLP —London
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Administrative experience
- Bachelor's degree
- Organisational skills
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
HR Shared Services Assistant
dnata —Manchester
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Excel
- Customer service
- Microsoft Office
- Referral programme
17h
Assistant Business Partner HR
Carmarthenshire County Council —Carmarthen
- £16.62 - £18.85 an hour
- Temporary
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
7d
Passenger Assistant for school runs - London - now recruiting for September start
247 Airport Transfer —London
- £12.71 - £13.00 an hour
- Part-time
- English
- IT
- Care plans
- Flexitime
Quick apply
6d
Process Assistant - Recruitment
Sopra Steria —Newport
- £26,298 a year
- Hybrid work
- Customer service
- Organisational skills
- Communication skills
- Annual leave

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HR Assistant

Civic Recruitment Limited
London

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Job details

Temporary
£22.78 an hour
13 days ago

Qualifications

Microsoft Word
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Outlook
Customer service
Microsoft Office
Administrative experience
Human resources
Organisational skills
Payroll
Business management
Communication skills

Full job description

3 months contract with a Local Authority

Job Title: HR Assistant

Job Purpose

The HR Assistant provides comprehensive administrative and transactional support across a range of Human Resources and payroll activities. Acting as the first point of contact for HR-related enquiries, the post holder will support the employee lifecycle, maintain accurate HR records and systems, and ensure compliance with organisational policies, employment legislation, and GDPR requirements.

The role is focused on delivering excellent customer service to employees, managers, and external stakeholders while supporting HR operations, payroll processes, reporting requirements, and HR projects. The position offers opportunities to develop HR knowledge and progressively provide advice and guidance on routine HR matters.

Key Responsibilities

HR Administration

Provide administrative support across all HR functions.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records and personnel files.
Prepare HR correspondence including contracts, offer letters, amendment letters, and other employee documentation.
Ensure HR systems and databases are updated accurately and promptly.

Employee Lifecycle Management

Process employee lifecycle transactions, including:
- New starters
- Leavers
- Contract changes
- Transfers
- Promotions
- Changes to personal details
Ensure all employee records are maintained in accordance with company procedures and statutory requirements.
Support onboarding and induction processes for new employees.

Payroll Support

Assist with the preparation and submission of payroll information.
Process payroll-related changes accurately and within deadlines.
Liaise with payroll teams to resolve employee payroll queries.
Ensure payroll data is accurate and compliant with procedures.

Customer Service & Employee Support

Act as the first point of contact for HR enquiries from employees and managers.
Provide accurate and timely information on HR policies, procedures, and processes.
Escalate complex HR issues to appropriate HR colleagues when required.
Deliver a professional, customer-focused HR service.

HR Systems & Reporting

Maintain HR databases and management information systems.
Produce routine HR reports and management information.
Monitor data quality and ensure accuracy of HR records.
Support reporting relating to absence, turnover, recruitment, and other HR metrics.

Compliance & Governance

Ensure compliance with GDPR, data protection legislation, and confidentiality requirements.
Maintain and securely store employee records.
Support compliance with employment legislation, HR policies, and organisational procedures.
Assist with audits and compliance reviews as required.

HR Projects & Continuous Improvement

Support HR projects and initiatives as required.
Contribute to process improvements and service development activities.
Participate in training and professional development opportunities.
Support wider HR team objectives and operational priorities.

Essential Experience

Experience working in an administrative, HR, payroll, or customer service environment.
Experience maintaining records and managing confidential information.
Experience providing administrative support to a team or department.
Experience responding to customer or employee enquiries.
Experience using databases, HR systems, or business management systems.

Desirable Experience

Previous HR Administration or HR Assistant experience.
Experience supporting payroll processes.
Experience working within a Shared Service or busy HR environment.
Experience producing reports and management information.
Experience supporting recruitment, onboarding, or employee lifecycle processes.

Essential Qualifications

Minimum of 5 GCSEs (or equivalent) including:
- English
- Mathematics

Desirable Qualifications

CIPD Level 3 Foundation Certificate in People Practice (or working towards).
Qualification in Business Administration, Human Resources, or a related field.

Skills and Knowledge

Knowledge of HR administration processes and employee lifecycle activities.
Understanding of confidentiality, GDPR, and data protection requirements.
Strong organisational and administrative skills.
Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise workloads effectively.
Excellent customer service skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information professionally.
Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.

Personal Attributes

Professional and approachable.
Customer-focused.
Highly organised and proactive.
Reliable and trustworthy.
Detail-oriented and accurate.
Team player with a collaborative approach.
Adaptable and willing to learn.
Committed to continuous professional development.

Additional Information

Location: 160 Tooley Street, London, SE1 2QH, United Kingdom.
Working Hours: 36 hours per week.
Pay Rate: £22.78 per hour (Limited Company/Umbrella).
Contract Type: Temporary/Agency Contract (subject to assignment details).
Working Pattern: Hybrid working arrangement, subject to service requirements.
Reporting To: HR Operations Manager / HR Services Team Leader.
Systems: SAP Payroll, HR Information Systems (HRIS), Microsoft Office Suite, and related HR platforms.
Key Responsibilities: Supporting HR and payroll operations, employee lifecycle administration, SAP Payroll transactions, data maintenance, and employee query resolution.
Stakeholder Engagement: Regular interaction with employees, managers, payroll teams, and external service providers.
Compliance Requirements: Adherence to GDPR, data protection legislation, employment legislation, payroll regulations, and organisational policies and procedures.
Working Environment: Fast-paced HR Operations environment requiring strong attention to detail, confidentiality, accuracy, and excellent customer service skills.
Performance Expectations: Accurate and timely processing of HR and payroll transactions, maintenance of employee records, delivery of high-quality customer service, and achievement of service level agreements (SLAs).
Development Opportunities: Exposure to SAP Payroll, HR systems administration, employee relations processes, HR compliance, and broader Human Resources operations, with opportunities for professional development and career progression.
Confidentiality: The role involves handling sensitive employee and payroll data and requires strict adherence to confidentiality and information security standards.
We operate on a bi-weekly payment schedule.
Closing date: Soon – early applications are encouraged

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