HR Assistant

· Reporting to the Human Resources (HR) Manager, assist with the development and implementation of the company’s HR function, in support of the whole business. To meet with employees offering support and welfare. You will also be responsible for helping the HR manager to develop HR policies, updating the handbook and procedures.

Key Activities:

· Assist with the implementation of all employee-related issues, including recruitment, employee relations, performance management, absence management learning and development, and talent management.

· Support current and future business needs through the development, engagement, motivation and preservation of human capital.

· Coordinate with Senior Management, HR Manager and Recruiter/HR Officer to identify recruitment opportunities and professional development needs for the Shrewsbury office.

· Perform telephone screening and aid in the facilitation of virtual and in-person interviews with suitable candidates as required by the in-house recruitment officer.

· Assist with the onboarding of new hires for all office sites.

· Coordinate with the HR Manager to ensure new employees are added to the company system, and that they are able to access the equipment, systems and tools required to perform their duties effectively.

· Assist the HR Manager in managing all personnel records, ensuring data is accurate, complete and up-to-date. Ensure all paper and electronic personnel records are stored securely.

· Assist the HR Manager in managing all conflicts, grievances and disciplinary issues, ensuring fair and appropriate outcomes. Manage all investigations in line with approved guidelines. This may involve external mediators, professional representatives and/or trade unions as required.

· Assist the HR Manager in managing employee performance and compensation reviews.

· Actively promote a positive working environment, acting as diversity and equality champion and striving towards best practice rather than minimum standards.

· Maintain positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

· Participate in any internal or external training as required. The company will cover the cost of all training fees but reserves the right to claim back some or all of the costs should you leave the company within a certain timeframe (as stipulated in your contract of employment).

· Abide by all relevant legal requirements, industry guidelines and company standards. Ensure compliance with all relevant legal requirements (e.g. right to work, national minimum wage, 2010 Equality Act).

· Perform other tasks as reasonably required by the HR Manager or Senior Management.

Skills and Experience required:

· Proven track record in a similar HR role.

· Demonstrable understanding of HR law and industry best-practice.

· Strong IT skills, including MS Word, Excel, Outlook and Teams.

· Strong verbal and written communication skills.

· Excellent interpersonal skills. Able to quickly build positive and effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

· Willing to ask questions and seek assistance when required.

· Well organised with excellent time management skills. Able to multitask effectively to meet varying deadlines.

· Excellent attention to detail and high levels of accuracy.

· Confident working independently under instruction.

· Able to develop an understanding of the processes within the organisation and support the wider team as required.

· Educated to A-Level or equivalent standard, with GCSE English Language grade 5/C or equivalent.

·CIPD Level 3 (required).

· Professional certification/membership (preferred).

Benefits:

· Generous company pension.

· Company mobile phone.

· Tools/equipment required for the performance of company duties.

· Cycle to work scheme.

· Life Insurance (following successful completion of probationary period).

· Private Medical Insurance (following successful completion of probationary period).

· Casual dress policy.

· Flexible Working.

· Free on-site parking (where available).

·EV charging points (where available).

· Employee Assistance Programme.

Please only apply for this role if you have previous Senior HR experience

Please note that due to the volume of applications if you haven't heard back within 2 weeks of applying, then unfortunately on this occasion you have been unsuccessful , please feel free to reapply for future opportunities .