HR Support Officer

HR Assistant
Westerham
£27,000

Are you looking to build a successful career in HR? We are seeking an enthusiastic HR Assistant to join a friendly and supportive HR team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is currently studying towards, or looking to pursue, a CIPD Level 3 qualification.

Working as part of a collaborative HR function, you will provide an efficient HR administration service across the employee lifecycle, ensuring colleagues and managers receive professional support and guidance.

Key Responsibilities

As HR Assistant, your duties will include:

Managing recruitment administration, including approving and publishing vacancies through the Applicant Tracking System (ATS)
Coordinating pre-employment checks and onboarding activities for new starters
Preparing and issuing offer letters, contracts of employment, and employment documentation
Administering employee changes, including contract amendments and payroll-related updates
Managing leaver processes and maintaining accurate employee records
Monitoring key employment dates and compliance requirements, including DBS renewals and other statutory checks
Supporting TUPE transfer processes by collating employee information and ensuring accurate payroll and HR record updates
Managing employee absence administration, including annual leave, sickness, maternity, and paternity records
Preparing redundancy calculations and associated documentation
Providing administrative support for employee relations matters, including arranging meetings and taking notes during investigations, disciplinary, and grievance hearings
Supporting managers with informal and Stage 1 sickness absence processes
Responding to employee and manager queries in a professional, confidential, and timely manner
Maintaining accurate HR records and ensuring compliance with employment legislation and company policies

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

A genuine interest in Human Resources and developing a career within the profession
Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
The ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise effectively
A customer-focused approach with the ability to build positive working relationships
The ability to work independently and maintain confidentiality
Good IT skills, including Microsoft Word and Excel

Desirable Experience

We would be particularly interested in candidates who have:

Previous experience within an HR or Administration environment
Experience using HR information systems or databases
Knowledge of HR administration processes and employment lifecycle activities
An understanding of employment legislation and HR best practice
Experience developing or improving administrative procedures

What You'll Gain

Exposure to all areas of the employee lifecycle
Support and mentoring from an experienced HR team
Opportunities for professional development and further HR qualifications
The chance to work closely with HR Business Partners, Employee Relations specialists, Payroll, and operational managers
A varied and rewarding role within a people-focused organisation

Additional Information

Due to the location of the office and limited public transport links, access to your own transport is highly desirable. We recommend considering your commute before applying.

We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention.

Office Angels is an employment agency and business. We are an equal-opportunities employer who puts expertise, energy and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more. By showcasing talents, skills and unique experiences in an inclusive environment, we help individuals thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

Office Angels acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Office Angels UK is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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