This is a fantastic opportunity for a graduate or junior professional who is looking to build a long-term career in HR and gain exposure across the full employee lifecycle in a hands-on environment. My client, a fast-growing and dynamic organisation, is looking for a HR Assistant to join their team in London. You will play a key role in supporting the day-to-day HR operations, ensuring smooth delivery of HR processes while contributing to a positive employee experience。 This is a varied position covering administration, recruitment coordination, payroll support, and employee engagement.

TITLE : HR Assistant

Salary : £35000+ Benefits

Location: West London

Work style: Office based role

Key Responsibilities

HR Administration & Employee Lifecycle

• Support onboarding and offboarding processes (contracts, offer letters, exit documentation)
• Maintain accurate employee records and HR systems
• Assist with probation tracking, contract changes, and employee updates
• Manage HR inbox and respond to employee queries

Recruitment & Talent Support

• Coordinate interviews and candidate communications
• Support job postings and CV screening
• Prepare interview materials and track recruitment progress
• Ensure a positive candidate experience throughout

Payroll & Benefits

• Support monthly payroll preparation and data validation
• Assist with benefits administration (pension, insurance, etc.)
• Track absence, annual leave, and HR metrics

HR Operations & Compliance

• Ensure HR processes align with UK employment law and internal policies
• Support audits, reporting, and HR documentation
• Maintain strict confidentiality and GDPR compliance

Employee Engagement & Office Support

• Assist with internal events and engagement initiatives
• Support employee communications and surveys
• Provide general administrative support

Learning & Development

• Coordinate training programmes and onboarding plans
• Maintain training records and monitor completion
• Support performance and development processes

Requirement:

• Degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Able to handle confidential information with discretion

Desirable:

• Previous HR internship or admin experience
• Basic knowledge of UK employment law
• Familiarity with HR systems (e.g. Moorepay, SuccessFactors)
• Interest in or working towards CIPD qualification