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Our client has an exciting opportunity for a HR Assistant to join their team.
Location: Ely, CB7 4EE
Salary: £30,060 - £33,366 p.a. plus benefits
Job Type: Full Time, Permanent
Closing Date: 23rd February 2025
About Us:
This District Council boasts excellent transport links, stunning countryside, vibrant markets, and welcoming communities and it one of the UK's happiest and healthiest places to live.
The District Council takes pride in its innovative approach to delivering sustainable and economically driven services that benefit residents, stakeholders, and the environment.
HR Assistant – The Role:
The Council is recruiting for an HR Assistant to support our small human resources team. In this role, you will be the first point of contact for all HR related queries from managers and staff, providing support and assistance on a range of HR matters.
HR Assistant – Key Responsibilities:
- Act as the first point of contact for HR-related queries from managers and staff
- Provide support and assistance on various HR matters, including terms and conditions, absence management, and training
- Lead the Council’s recruitment processes
- Maintain and update the HR system (iTrent) with accurate employee information
- Ensure employee data is input on time for monthly payroll deadlines
- Prepare contracts of employment and variation letters
HR Assistant – You:
- Minimum of 4 GCSEs (Grade C or above) or equivalent, including English and Maths
- Proven experience in a similar HR administration role
- Strong understanding of administrative activities within the HR function
- Previous experience with HR systems, preferably iTrent, is desirable
- Highly organised, methodical, and detail-oriented with the ability to work confidentially and professionally
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, with a willingness to be trained on the Council’s IT systems
HR Assistant – Benefits:
Benefits In return, the Council offers a range of benefits including:
- Flexible working
- Childcare scheme (in approved cases)
- Training and development
- Occupational health program
- Holidays, sickness and salary pension scheme entitlements
If you are looking to work for an organisation that prioritises environmental sustainability, the Council has made a clear commitment to operate in a responsible and sustainable manner and has recently been awarded the silver accreditation of the Investors in the Environment scheme as well as coming 22nd (out of 164) on the latest national council climate scorecard.
Application Process:
Adverts for posts that don’t require a DBS check or a Basic DBS check.
This post is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended 2023) and therefore applicants are required to declare all unspent cautions and/or convictions.
Closing date for completed applications is: 23rd February 2025
Interviews will be held on: 4th March 2025
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted by the HR Department to confirm an interview. If you have not been contacted by the interview date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
The Council is an equal opportunities employer and adheres to a strict no-smoking policy
