HR Assistant

HR Assistant

Chester

£25,000 - £28,000pa

Office based

An urgent opportunity has arisen for an experienced HR Administrator or HR Assistant to join our clients HR Team on a permanent basis. This full time role is based in Chester, and requires someone to start as soon as possible.

The successful HR Assistant will have a keen eye for detail, be an excellent communicator and comfortable within a fast paced and sometimes demanding environment. This role is perfect for a HR professional looking for that step up and to take on HR Advisor level duties.

Key responsibilities as a HR Assistant:

• Right to work document checks
• Updating the system and keeping on top of any paperwork
• Certification checking when required
• Supporting new starter file compliance and paperwork
• General administration, as required
• Request employment references for all new starters via phone and email
• Ensure processes and deadlines are met through chasing up required information and escalation to management if necessary
• Support in ensuring the HR Inbox is kept at a manageable level with all queries responded to within a 24-hour period.
• Assist in the day-to-day HR administration duties.

Essential skills:

• Previous HR experience.
• Previous recruitment admin experience is beneficial.
• Excellent Maths & English skills.
• IT skills and system savy