Description

HR Assistant

Hours: Part-time (25 hours per week)

Location: Colchester

Salary: £25,000 – £28,000 (full-time equivalent)

Reed in Colchester are delighted to be supporting our client seeking a dedicated HR Assistant to join their team and contribute to the day-to-day operations of their HR department. The ideal candidate will be responsible for a variety of administrative tasks, supporting staff wellbeing initiatives, managing staff benefits, and assisting with onboarding and offboarding processes. This role is perfect for someone with strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and a passion for creating a supportive work environment.

Day-to-day of the role:

  • Perform general HR duties and administrative tasks to support the HR department
  • Assist in organising and documenting disciplinary meetings
  • Support staff wellbeing initiatives and manage the administration of staff benefits platforms
  • Handle onboarding and offboarding processes, including right-to-work checks and DBS applications
  • Schedule and coordinate training sessions for employees.
  • Maintain HR systems with accurate employee information
  • Assist with the collection and preparation of payroll data
  • Contribute to group reporting by preparing HR-related reports and presentations

Required Skills & Qualifications:

  • Strong organisational skills and meticulous attention to detail
  • CIPD level 2/3
  • 2 years HR Generalist experience
  • Experience in using BambooHR is preferred
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
  • Experience with HR systems and payroll software is advantageous
  • Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
  • Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team

Benefits:

  • Flexible working hours (25 hours per week, Monday to Friday).
  • Supportive and inclusive work environment.
  • Opportunities for professional development and growth.
  • Competitive hourly wage.

To express your interest in the HR Assistant position, please click APPLY!!!