Job Title: HR Assistant
Location: Shrewsbury
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent 37.5 hrs Monday to Friday.
Salary: Competitive and depending on experience
About the role
Our client is an established Accountancy Firm in Shropshire and are looking for a proactive and organised HR Assistant to support the day-to-day delivery of their HR operations. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their HR career within a professional services environment.
You will work closely with the HR Manager and People and Culture Lead, to ensure smooth HR administration, compliance with employment legislation, and a positive employee experience across the firm.
Key responsibilities
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Supporting end-to-end recruitment processes including job postings, screening CVs, interview coordination, obtaining references and onboarding of new starters
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Maintaining and updating employee records and HR databases accurately
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Preparing employment documents such as contracts, offer letters, and policy updates
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Assisting with absence management and time off and holiday tracking within the HRIS systems
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Ensuring compliance with UK employment law and internal HR procedures
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Responsible for managing Health and Safety and Wellbeing policies and procedures for the Company
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Co-ordination of Training and Development opportunities. Supporting trainees through their relevant programmes, logging CPD hours, and helping organise internal training
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Play an active role in and the organisation of CSR activities
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Handling general HR queries from staff in a professional and confidential manner. Being a friendly first point of contact for HR‑related questions and supporting Line Managers.
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Assisting with annual appraisals and monitoring probation periods
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Assisting with the marketing strategy for the People & Culture function to increase employer recognition and brand (marketing tasks)
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Liaising with the Lead of People & Culture to strengthen the internal culture through employee recognition, collaboration and communication
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Identify areas to streamline HR processes’ and procedures through automation and efficiencies
You will have
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A minimum of two years experience in a similar HR role - ideally within a professional services or financial environment
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An understanding of UK employment law and data protection
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Strong organisational skills with high attention to detail
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills
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Strong experience of using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and experience of HRIS would be desirable
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The ability to handle sensitive information with discretion
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CIPD Level 3 (or working towards) is desirable but not essential
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A positive, can-do attitude and willingness to learn
Benefits
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Competitive salary and pension scheme
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22 days annual leave plus bank holidays
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Onsite canteen
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Friendly and supportive team culture
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Flexibility
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Central Shrewsbury office location with good transport links
If you are looking for a new challenge within a supportive and forward-thinking practice based in Shropshire or would like more information we would love to hear from you.
Early applications are encouraged as interviews are being conducted on a rolling basis
