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HR Assistant
Job Posted: 10 hours ago
Salary: £ 28,000 - 32,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: St Albans
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Job Title: HR Assistant
Salary: £28,000 – £32,000 Location: St Albans
Contract: Permanent
Hours: 9am – 5pm, Monday to Friday (35 hours per week)
Key Responsibilities:
Act as the first point of contact for all HR and people-related queries, providing friendly and efficient support to staff and managers.
Manage the full employee lifecycle, including onboarding, promotions, and leavers.
Oversee the recruitment process — shortlisting candidates, arranging interviews, issuing offer letters and contracts.
Support employee relations, probation reviews, and performance management processes.
Administer payroll and pensions in partnership with the external payroll provider.
Maintain accurate employee records and HR data using internal systems.
Assist with training coordination, wellbeing initiatives, and company events.
Produce HR reports and assist with compliance, policies, and audits.
Attributes and Requirements:
Experience in a HR Assistant, HR Officer, or similar role.
Good understanding of HR processes, policies, and employment law basics.
Confident using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, SharePoint).
Strong administrative and organisational skills with attention to detail.
Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
CIPD qualification (desirable, not essential).
Personal Attributes:
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Positive, proactive attitude and “can-do” approach.
Strong team player with the ability to work independently when needed.
Calm under pressure and able to prioritise tasks effectively.
Friendly, professional, and approachable.
Benefits:
• Pension Scheme
• Death in Service Scheme
• Bupa Healthcare Cash Plan
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Hybrid working options
• Supportive and friendly team culture
• Career development opportunities within a growing firmBefore You Apply
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