HR Operations

Your new company
A specialist insurance organisation is seeking an HR Operations Assistant to join its People team on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This is an opportunity to join a collaborative and fast-paced environment where HR plays a key role in supporting business growth, operational excellence and employee experience.
Your new role
Reporting into the HR leadership team, you'll support the delivery of a high-quality HR service across the employee lifecycle, with responsibilities including:

• Maintaining and updating employee records within the HR system
• Supporting monthly payroll processes and liaising with external providers
• Producing regular HR reports, MI and workforce analytics
• Assisting with onboarding, employee changes and leaver processes
• Supporting compensation, benefits and annual salary review activity
• Responding to employee and manager HR queries
• Assisting with HR projects, system enhancements and process improvements
• Supporting policy reviews and ensuring compliance with employment legislation
• Contributing to audit activities and maintaining HR documentation
• Working closely with stakeholders to drive efficiency and continuous improvement across HR operations

What you'll need to succeed

• Previous HR Operations or HR Administration experience
• Experience working within financial services, insurance, regulated or professional services environments
• Strong HR systems experience, ideally including HiBob or a similar HRIS
• Exposure to payroll administration and employee data management
• Advanced Excel and reporting skills
• Good knowledge of UK employment legislation and HR compliance
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
• Strong stakeholder management and communication abilities
• Experience identifying and implementing process improvements

What you'll get in return
Up to 60kHybrid: 2 days office / 3 days home
Professional development
What you need to do now
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