HR Assistant

Job Title: HR Assistant
Location: Chester
Contract Type: Fixed Term (12 Months)
Job Type: Full-Time

A Unique Opportunity to Build Experience in a Professional and Supportive HR Environment

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an organised, proactive, and detail-oriented HR Assistant to join a highly skilled and experienced HR team in Chester. This is a 12 month fixed term position to cover a period of maternity leave. You'll be working in a fast paced, professional environment alongside knowledgeable HR Business Partners who are passionate about delivering excellence and supporting career development.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to gain valuable experience within a forward-thinking and people focused business.

As HR Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting the day to day operations of the HR function. This role involves a broad range of administrative duties and will see you act as a crucial point of contact for both internal and external stakeholders.

You'll thrive in a busy, collaborative setting where diligence, integrity, and professionalism are paramount.

• Provide administrative support to the HR team, including managing the central HR inbox
• Support recruitment processes, including application tracking, interview coordination, and drafting of offers and employment contracts
• Liaise with candidates, hiring managers, and third parties throughout the recruitment cycle
• Ensure all pre-employment background checks are completed
• Coordinate onboarding processes and quarterly induction sessions
• Administer probation review periods and liaise with managers accordingly
• Communicate monthly payroll changes to the Finance team
• Maintain accurate employee records using HRIS
• Manage employee benefits administration and make system updates when needed
• Assist with employee relations processes including disciplinary, grievance, and absence matters
• Provide administrative support to HR projects
• Keep up to date with HR trends and best practices

Essential Skills & Experience:

• Educated to degree level in a related field
• Prior experience in a Human Resources administrative support role
• Studying towards or holding a CIPD qualification
• Discreet and comfortable handling confidential information
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Confident IT skills, particularly with Microsoft Excel and Word
• Highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
• Meticulous attention to detail
• Able to work both collaboratively and independently
• Flexible, adaptable, and keen to learn

• Gain valuable experience in a respected and dynamic HR team
• Be part of a collaborative and supportive professional environment
• Develop your HR skills alongside experienced HR Business Partners
• Contribute to a people-first culture where your input makes a real difference

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Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
Butler Rose Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.