HR Assistant - Nigel Wright Group : Job Details

The RoleWe are delighted to be supporting a leading law firm in Newcastle city Centre with their search for a HR Assistant.  The role will be supporting the HR Manager with the following duties:

• Creation of employee documents, including contract amendments letters for promotions, salary increases, changes to terms and conditions and termination paperwork
• Supporting internal and external enquiries and requests that are directed towards the Human Resources department
• Assisting with implementing and updating Human Resources policies and processes
• Assisting with the day-to-day operations and supporting with the daily administration of the HR function and duties
• Assisting with employee recruitment, including preparing job descriptions, posting adverts, initial CV sifting, arranging interviews and the initiation and tracking of various background checks
• Assisting new hires with paperwork and supporting when required in new employee onboarding
• Maintenance of electronic employee files and records, attendance records and performance review documentation
• Preparation of documents for audits to ensure that the organisation complies with all relevant legislation and requirements
• Updating the HR section of the company Intranet to ensure that all information stored is up to date and relevant 

Skills and AttributesSkills/Attributes:

• Customer service focused
• Strong organisational skills
• Ability to manage and prioritise time 
• Team player who can also work independently and under their own initiative
• Excellent IT skills including excel, outlook and word.
• A desire for continuing professional development and to keep up to date with the latest legislation changes and HR best practices to improve workplace efficiency.
• The ability to maintain confidentiality 
• Previous experience in an HR administration role is desired with a working knowledge of HR functions and best practices
• Working knowledge of employment law and Human Resources responsibilities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experience of working with various stakeholders
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail

Next StepsPlease contact for further details.